Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50%

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) 50% Specification

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

Grade
Industrial Grade

Density
0.98102 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Purity
50%

HS Code
2923.90.00

Melting Point
~246 248 C (decomposes)

Application
Industrial

Ph Level
6.0 8.0

Usage
Typically diluted to 1 10% in end products.

CAS No
112-02-7

Refractive Rate
~1.42 (estimated)

Poisonous
YES

Shape
LIQUID

Product Type
Quaternary Ammonium Compound

Smell
Liquid

Physical Form
Liquid

Storage
Other

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

EINECS No
203-928-6

Molecular Weight
320.0 Grams (g)

Other Names
(Cationic Surfactant)

Shelf Life
2 Years

Appearance
Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid

Molecular Formula
C H N Cl

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.