Description

Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium Isooctylphenolate is a quaternary ammonium salt-based compound, specifically a cationic surfactant with a bulky counterion. This chemical matters for its unique combination of surface-active properties, antimicrobial efficacy, and compatibility with various formulations. It is needed by manufacturers in the industrial biocides, personal care, and specialty chemical sectors for its role as a potent and stable active ingredient or additive.

Application

• Industrial Biocides & Disinfectants: Acts as a powerful cationic biocide in formulations for algae control, sanitizers, and surface disinfectants.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a preservative and conditioning agent in hair care and skincare formulations.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Serves as a corrosion inhibitor and biocide in drilling fluids and production systems.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softening agent, antistatic agent, and auxiliary in dyeing processes.
• Paints & Coatings: Incorporated as a fungicide and mildewcide in water-based and solvent-based protective coatings.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Enhances the efficacy of pesticides and herbicides as a surfactant and stabilizer.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Utilized as a retention aid, drainage aid, and biocide in papermaking processes.
• Water Treatment: Applied for microbial control in cooling towers and industrial water systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium Isooctylphenolate
CAS No.	94086-42-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Cetethyldimonium Isooctylphenolate; Ethylcetyldimethylammonium Isooctylphenolate; N-Ethyl-N,N-dimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium Isooctylphenolate; Cetyl Ethyl Dimethyl Ammonium Isooctylphenolate; Quaternary Ammonium Compound, C16 Alkyl; Isooctylphenol Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium Salt; Cationic Surfactant 94086-42-7
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Quality Control

Our Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium Isooctylphenolate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications such as assay, moisture content, and microbiological purity are 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); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Microbiological Purity	To customer requirement

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