Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50%

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50% Specification

Melting Point
~246 248 C (decomposes)

Usage
Typically diluted to 1 10% in end products.

CAS No
112-02-7

Grade
Industrial Grade

Molecular Weight
320.0 Grams (g)

Structural Formula
[CH (CH ) N (CH ) ]Cl

Shelf Life
2 Years

Application
Industrial

Shape
LIQUID

Storage
Other

Physical Form
Liquid

Refractive Rate
~1.42 (estimated)

Ph Level
6.0 8.0

EINECS No
203-928-6

Purity
50%

Molecular Formula
C H N Cl

HS Code
2923.90.00

Appearance
Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid

Solubility
Fully soluble in water, ethanol, methanol; insoluble in non-polar solvents.

Smell
Liquid

Other Names
(Cationic Surfactant)

Density
0.98102 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Poisonous
YES

Product Type
Quaternary Ammonium Compound

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50% Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
50 Kilograms

Payment Terms
Cash Advance (CA)

Supply Ability
10000 Kilograms Per Day

Delivery Time
2 Days

Sample Available
No

Sample Policy
Free samples are available

Packaging Details
50 KG AND 200 KG

Main Export Market(s)
Asia

Main Domestic Market
All India

Certifications
GST

About Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50%

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50%is a quaternary ammonium compound commonly used as a surfactant, disinfectant, and conditioning agent in various industrial and cosmetic applications. Below are key details about this chemical:

Properties:

Chemical Formula: CHNCl
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid (in 50% aqueous solution)
CAS Number: 112-02-7
Molecular Weight: 320.0 g/mol
Solubility: Highly soluble in water and polar solvents

Applications:

Cosmetics & Personal Care:
- Used in hair conditioners and skincare products as an antistatic and softening agent.
- Acts as an emulsifier and preservative.
Disinfectants & Sanitizers:
- Effective against bacteria and fungi due to its cationic surfactant properties.
Nanotechnology & Research:
- Serves as a stabilizing agent in nanoparticle synthesis (e.g., gold/silver nanoparticles).
- Used in DNA extraction protocols.
Industrial Uses:
- Corrosion inhibitor in oilfield applications.
- Fabric softener and textile treatment agent.