General Information
- Product Name: Dodecyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride
- CAS: 112-00-5
- Applications: Catalyst, emulsifier, biotechnological uses, ink production, antistatic agent, others
Description
Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (DTAC) is a crucial chemical compound that finds extensive use in numerous industrial applications. Characterized by the chemical formula C15H34ClN, it appears as a transparent colloid that ranges from colorless to light yellow, exhibiting remarkable solubility in both water and ethanol.
Performance Characteristics
- Physical State: Typically, DTAC is found as a liquid or colloid that is either colorless or light yellow.
- Solubility: Its ability to dissolve in water and ethanol allows for its seamless integration into various formulations.
- Stability: The compound maintains stability at temperatures below 100°C, ensuring effective performance across a broad spectrum of operating conditions.
- Compatibility: DTAC shows excellent compatibility with cationic and nonionic surfactants, which enhances its versatility in different formulations.
Technology Parameters
| Items | QAC-Cl006 |
| Appearance (25°C) | Colorless to yellow transparent liquid |
| Free Amine (%) | ≤ 1.5 |
| Ammonium Salt (%) | ≤ 12.0 |
| Active Substance (%) | 50±1 |
| pH (10% aqueous) | 6-8 |
Applications
Due to its multifunctional nature, DTAC is essential across various industries, finding use in several capacities:
- Catalyst: In chemical synthesis, DTAC acts as a transfer catalyst, aiding in the production of compounds such as p-aminophenol.
- Emulsifier: Thanks to its emulsifying capabilities, DTAC is an ideal choice for creating emulsifiers in architectural waterproof coatings, cosmetic products, and cationic neoprene latex.
- Biotechnological Uses: In biotechnology, DTAC serves as a hemolytic agent in automated blood analyzers, facilitating the analysis of blood samples by dissolving red blood cells while preserving white blood cells.
- Ink Production: DTAC improves the performance of ink formulations, enhancing properties like rheology, leveling, transferability, and adhesion, thereby elevating the overall quality of printed materials.
- Antistatic Agent: It is also used in the formulation of synthetic fiber antistatic agents, helping to alleviate static electricity issues in various applications.
Packaging and Storage
- Packaging Options: Available in drums of 50 kg and 200 kg, or in ton barrels.
- Storage Conditions: Keep sealed to avoid contamination and store away from strong oxidizing agents.
Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (DTAC) is a versatile chemical compound with a wide range of applications across multiple industries. Reach out to Alfa Chemistry to discover more about our products and how they can enhance your applications.