Description

[3-(Dodecyloxy)-2-Hydroxypropyl]Dimethyl[2-[(2-Methyl-1-Oxoallyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride is a specialized quaternary ammonium compound with a unique structure combining a long alkyl chain and a reactive methacrylate ester group. This dual functionality makes it a highly effective cationic surfactant and a versatile chemical intermediate for polymerization and surface modification. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the polymer, textile, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking to impart permanent cationic charges or antimicrobial properties to materials.

Application

• Polymer Industry: As a reactive monomer for the synthesis of cationic polymers and copolymers, imparting permanent positive charge for applications in flocculation, water treatment, and ion-exchange resins.
• Textile & Fiber Treatment: Used as a durable softener and antistatic agent for synthetic fibers, providing long-lasting hydrophilic and softening properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair care products (e.g., conditioners, creams) where substantive cationic charge improves manageability and feel.
• Surface Modification: Applied as a coating or grafting agent to modify surface properties of materials, enhancing wettability, adhesion, or introducing antimicrobial functionality.
• Paper Manufacturing: Functions as a retention aid and drainage aid in papermaking processes, improving paper strength and quality.
• Antimicrobial Formulations: Utilized as an active ingredient or intermediate in the development of disinfectants and preservatives for industrial and institutional applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3-(Dodecyloxy)-2-Hydroxypropyl]Dimethyl[2-[(2-Methyl-1-Oxoallyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.	93942-69-9
Molecular Formula	C23H46ClNO4
Molecular Weight	436.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Methyl-1-oxoallyl)oxy]-N,N-dimethyl-N-[3-(dodecyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl]ethanaminium chloride; Dimethyl[2-[(2-methyl-1-oxoallyl)oxy]ethyl][3-(dodecyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl]ammonium chloride; Methacryloyloxyethyl dimethyl dodecyl ammonium chloride; Cationic methacrylate monomer; Dodecyl (methacryloyloxyethyl) dimethyl ammonium chloride; Reactive quaternary ammonium salt; QAC methacrylate; Lauryl methacrylate ammonium chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [3-(Dodecyloxy)-2-Hydroxypropyl]Dimethyl[2-[(2-Methyl-1-Oxoallyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.