Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide (CTAB) Powder

Chemical Information

- CAS Number: 57-09-0

- HS CODE : 29239000

- Molecular Formula: C19H42BrN

- Molecular Weight: 364.45 g/mol

- Synonyms: Hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide, Cetrimonium bromide

Properties

- Appearance: White powder

- Solubility: Soluble in water and organic solvents

- pH: 6-8 (1% aqueous solution)

- Biodegradable

Specifications - Assay: 99% - Melting point: 237-243C - Loss on drying: 5% - Residue on ignition: 0.5% - Particle size: 100-200 mesh Applications - Surfactant and emulsifier - Disinfectant and antimicrobial agent - Corrosion inhibitor - Textile softener and finishing agent - Personal care products (shampoos, conditioners) - Pharmaceutical applications (excipient)

Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide (CTAB) is a quaternary ammonium compound known for its role as a cationic surfactant and antimicrobial agent. Thanks to its surface-active properties and compatibility with a wide range of formulations, CTAB is extensively utilized in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, industrial, and scientific fields. Its multifunctional nature allows it to perform as an emulsifier, disinfectant, conditioning ingredient, and laboratory reagent.

• Incorporated as a cationic surfactant and mild antiseptic in topical products such as creams, lotions, and medicated shampoos.

• Serves as an emulsifying and conditioning agent in hair and skin care formulations, enhancing texture and stability.

• Widely applied in molecular biology protocols for DNA extraction and purification processes.

• Functions as a surfactant and phase-transfer agent in biochemical and analytical experiments.

• Utilized as an antimicrobial component in disinfectant formulations.

• Applied in textile and leather industries as a softening agent with added antimicrobial benefits.

• Acts as a cationic surfactant in certain detergent and specialty cleaning systems.

• Employed as a stabilizer in nanoparticle synthesis and colloidal preparation.

• Supports controlled particle formation in advanced material research.

Key Features

• Cationic surfactant with effective antimicrobial activity

• Readily soluble in water and functional at relatively low usage levels

• Suitable for diverse applications across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, industrial, and research sectors