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Benzyldimethyltetradecylammonium chloride
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Benzyldimethyltetradecylammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a cationic surfactant, disinfectant, and antimicrobial agent in industrial cleaning, water treatment, and personal care formulations. It effectively disrupts microbial cell membranes, making it suitable for sanitization in medical, food processing, and household applications. This chemical has a CAS number of 139-08-2, with the molecular formula C23H42ClN and a molecular weight of 368.04. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its classification as a **Danger** substance under GHS regulations. Molekula supplies Benzyldimethyltetradecylammonium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £57.60 per pack ex VAT · £69.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Water | ≤10.0% |
| pH | 5.0 -8.0 (1% aq.) |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Free Amine & Amine Salts | ≤1.5% |
| Solubility (5% in water) | Clear to slightly turbid colourless solution |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Free-flowing powder |
| Melting Point | 60-61 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 8755 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 49352047 |
| CAS Number | 139-08-2 |
| IUPAC Name | benzyl-dimethyl-tetradecylazanium chloride |
| EC Number | 205-352-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C23H42ClN |
| Molecular Weight | 368.04 |
| Exact Mass | 367.3006 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | OCBHHZMJRVXXQK-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C23H42N.ClH/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-18-21-24(2,3)22-23-19-16-15-17-20-23;/h15-17,19-20H,4-14,18,21-22H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 8755 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| 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
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- 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)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Barquat MB 50
- Barquat MS 100
- Cloruro de miristalkonio
- Dibactol
- Faringets
- Miristalkonium chloride
- Myristalkonium chloride
- Quarton 14 BCL
- Quaternario 14B
- Sanibond 200lg
Frequently asked questions
What is benzyldimethyltetradecylammonium chloride commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a **quaternary ammonium compound** in disinfectants, sanitizers, and fabric softeners due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is **C₂₃H₄₂ClN**, and the molecular weight is **368.04 g/mol**.
What safety classification does this product have?
The product is labeled with the **signal word 'Danger'** under GHS, indicating significant hazard potential.
How should benzyldimethyltetradecylammonium chloride be stored?
Store in a **cool, dry place at ambient temperature**, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
Does Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options**—please contact our sales team for specific quantities and pricing.
What documentation is provided with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation** upon request.
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