Molekula
1-(cis-3-Chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane chloride (Quaternium 15)
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1-(cis-3-Chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane chloride, commonly known as Quaternium-15, is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products. It also serves as a preservative and biocide in industrial applications such as metalworking fluids, paints, adhesives and pulp and paper processing. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C9H16ClN4Cl and a molecular weight of 251.16 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions. The substance is classified as dangerous due to its potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Quaternium 15 from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — £91.70 per pack ex VAT · £110.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥97% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Moisture | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 95 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030992 |
| CAS Number | 51229-78-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-[(Z)-3-chloroprop-2-enyl]-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane chloride |
| EC Number | 426-020-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H16ClN4Cl |
| Molecular Weight | 251.16 |
| Exact Mass | 250.0752 |
| SMILES | C1N2CN3CN1C[N+](C2)(C3)C/C=C\Cl.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | UKHVLWKBNNSRRR-ODZAUARKSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H16ClN4.ClH/c10-2-1-3-14-7-11-4-12(8-14)6-13(5-11)9-14;/h1-2H,3-9H2;1H/q+1;/p-1/b2-1-; |
| PubChem CID | 6435993 |
| UN Number | UN1325 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 29336980 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H228 Flammable solid
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-(cis-3-Chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane chloride used for?
It is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C9H16ClN4Cl and the molecular weight is 251.16 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Molekula supplies this compound as a research-grade chemical.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this compound in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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