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Tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride
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Tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a surfactant, disinfectant, and phase-transfer catalyst in industrial and laboratory settings. It exhibits strong antimicrobial properties and is effective in emulsification, wetting, and corrosion inhibition applications. CAS 4574-04-3, molecular formula CH3(CH2)13N(Cl)(CH3)3, molecular weight 291.94. Stable at ambient storage conditions. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Free Amine | ≤0.5% |
| Moisture | ≤0.5% |
| Chromaticity | ≤200 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 28986024 |
| CAS Number | 4574-04-3 |
| IUPAC Name | trimethyl(tetradecyl)azanium chloride |
| EC Number | 224-958-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)13N(Cl)(CH3)3 |
| Molecular Weight | 291.94 |
| Exact Mass | 291.2693 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)C.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | CEYYIKYYFSTQRU-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H38N.ClH/c1-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(2,3)4;/h5-17H2,1-4H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 20708 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29239001 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Tetradecanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride
- Ammonium, trimethyltetradecyl-, chloride
- MTAC
- Myristyltrimethylammonium chloride
- N,N,N-TRIMETHYL-1-TETRADECANAMINIUM CHLORIDE
- N,N,N-Trimethyltetradecan-1-aminium chloride
- tetradonium chloride
- trimethyl(tetradecyl)azanium;chloride
- Trimethylmyristylammonium Chloride
- Trimethyltetradecylammonium chloride
Frequently asked questions
What is tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride primarily used for?
It is commonly used as a cationic surfactant, phase transfer catalyst, and biocide in industrial and laboratory applications, including disinfectants and emulsifiers.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of this compound?
The molecular formula is **CH₃(CH₂)₁₃N(Cl)(CH₃)₃**, and the molecular weight is **291.94 g/mol**.
How should tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What grades or purities of this chemical does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this compound in **technical grade** and **analytical standard** purity levels, depending on availability.
Can Molekula supply tetradecyltrimethylammonium chloride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities upon request, subject to availability and minimum order quantities.
What documentation is included with an order of this chemical?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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