Molekula
Benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium chloride
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a disinfectant and surfactant in industrial and laboratory applications. Industrial applications include germicidal and fungicidal treatment in leather processing, textile dyeing and finishing, and silicone-based water-repellent formulations. It appears as a white to off-white solid, soluble in water and organic solvents. CAS: 122-18-9, Molecular formula: C25H46NCl, Molecular weight: 396.09 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes acute toxicity and skin corrosion. Molekula supplies Benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Water | <5% |
| Heavy metals | <5ppm |
| pH | 5.8 - 6.8 |
| Purity | 99% Min. |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 62 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 27329758 |
| CAS Number | 122-18-9 |
| IUPAC Name | benzyl-hexadecyl-dimethylazanium chloride |
| EC Number | 204-526-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C25H46NCl |
| Molecular Weight | 396.09 |
| Exact Mass | 395.3319 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | SXPWTBGAZSPLHA-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C25H46N.ClH/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-20-23-26(2,3)24-25-21-18-17-19-22-25;/h17-19,21-22H,4-16,20,23-24H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 31202 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2923.90.0100 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H312 Harmful in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- 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
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acinol
- Banicol
- Benzaletas
- Bicetonium
- Cdbac
- Cetalkonium chloride
- Cetyl zephiran
- Cetyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride
- Tetraseptan
- Zettyn
Frequently asked questions
What is benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium chloride used for?
It is primarily used as a quaternary ammonium surfactant in industrial and laboratory applications, including disinfectants and emulsifiers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C25H46NCl with a molecular weight of 396.09 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials, as per safety guidelines.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium chloride in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
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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