Description

Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Hydroxide is a quaternary ammonium compound (QAC) with a long-chain alkyl structure, functioning as a cationic surfactant and phase-transfer catalyst. This compound is valued for its dual functionality as a strong base and its solubility in organic media, enabling reactions in non-aqueous environments. It is primarily needed by industries involved in organic synthesis, specialty chemical manufacturing, and materials science for applications requiring efficient catalysis or surface modification.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, such as alkylations, esterifications, and nucleophilic substitutions.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of specialty detergents, fabric softeners, and industrial cleaning agents due to its cationic nature.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key reagent or precursor in the synthesis of more complex quaternary ammonium salts and other specialty chemicals.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as an emulsifier or stabilizer in certain emulsion polymerization processes.
• Biocide & Disinfectant Precursor: The quaternary ammonium structure is a foundation for formulating antimicrobial agents, though the hydroxide form is typically an intermediate.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as an ion-pairing agent in chromatographic techniques like HPLC.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Hydroxide
CAS No.	94199-93-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₅₉NO
Molecular Weight	425.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyldodecyltetradecylammonium Hydroxide; N-Dodecyl-N,N-dimethyl-1-tetradecanaminium Hydroxide; Tetradecyldimethyldodecylammonium Hydroxide; Lauryl Dimethyl Myristyl Ammonium Hydroxide; Quaternary Ammonium Hydroxide C12-C14; C12-C14 Alkyl Dimethyl Ammonium Hydroxide; Dodecyldimethyl(tetradecyl)azanium Hydroxide
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Quality Control

Our Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Hydroxide undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Production follows strict in-process controls, and each batch is validated against comprehensive specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide, which can degrade product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meet ICH guidelines
pH (in solution)	> 12 (typically)

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