Description

Dodecane-1,12-Diylbis(Ethyldimethylammonium)] Dichloride is a high-purity, cationic bis-quaternary ammonium compound. This chemical is valued for its potent surfactant and antimicrobial properties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the biocides, textile processing, and specialty polymer industries for its reliable performance and structural versatility.

Application

• Biocide & Disinfectant Formulations: Acts as a powerful active ingredient in industrial and institutional disinfectants, algicides, and sanitizers.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softening agent, antistatic agent, and dye-fixing agent in fabric treatment processes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with cationic functionality.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Employed as a retention aid, drainage aid, and antimicrobial agent in papermaking.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Functions as a clay stabilizer and corrosion inhibitor in drilling and completion fluids.
• Personal Care Products: Utilized as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair care and skincare formulations (subject to regulatory approval).
• Laboratory Research: Used as a standard or reagent in biochemical and materials science research for studying cationic surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecane-1,12-Diylbis(Ethyldimethylammonium)] Dichloride
CAS No.	94231-27-3
Molecular Formula	C20H46Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	385.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1,12-Bis(ethyldimethylammonio)dodecane dichloride; Dodecylenedi(ethyldimethylammonium chloride); Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium dichloride (common naming variant); C12-2(C2) Quat; C12 bis-quat; N,N'-Dodecane-1,12-diylbis(N-ethyldimethylammonium) dichloride; Dodecamethylene-1,12-bis(ethyldimethylammonium chloride)
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Quality Control

Our Dodecane-1,12-Diylbis(Ethyldimethylammonium)] Dichloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent composition, and reliable performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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