Speciality Chemicals

Trimethylstearylammonium Chloride

  • CAS No.112-03-8
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity quaternary ammonium surfactant ideal for cosmetics, asphalt emulsions, and antistatic applications. Available in multiple assay grades.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

Trimethylstearylammonium Chloride is a premium cationic surfactant belonging to the quaternary ammonium salt family. Recognized for its exceptional surface-active properties, this compound serves as a critical component in various industrial and consumer formulations. Derived from stearyl amine, it exhibits strong adsorption capabilities on negatively charged surfaces, making it highly effective for antistatic treatment, softening, and emulsification processes.

Our manufacturing process ensures high chemical stability and consistency across batches. Whether utilized in personal care products or heavy industrial applications, this material delivers reliable performance under diverse conditions. The compound is supplied in multiple purity levels to accommodate specific formulation requirements, ranging from standard industrial grades to high-purity specifications for sensitive cosmetic applications.

Key Specifications

ParameterValue
Chemical NameTrimethylstearylammonium Chloride
CAS Number112-03-8
Molecular FormulaC21H46ClN
Molecular Weight348.05 g/mol
AppearanceAlmost White Powder
Assay Options30%, 50%, 70%, 99.0%
Melting PointApprox. 80°C
Density0.6363 g/ml

Industrial Applications

This versatile quaternary ammonium compound finds extensive use across multiple sectors due to its unique amphiphilic structure. In the cosmetics industry, it is a staple ingredient for hair conditioners and softeners, providing excellent substantiation to keratin fibers. Beyond personal care, it plays a vital role in industrial processes such as asphalt emulsion production and silicone oil emulsification.

  • Acts as a highly effective antistatic agent for synthetic fibers and plastics.
  • Used in the organic modification of bentonite for drilling fluids and coatings.
  • Serves as a flocculating agent in water treatment and mineral processing.
  • Functions as a softening agent for glass fiber and nylon parachute materials.
  • Employed as an additive in paint formulations and waterproof coatings.
  • Utilized in disinfectant formulations due to its biocidal properties.

Quality Assurance and Storage

We maintain strict quality control protocols to ensure every shipment meets international standards. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying purity and physical properties. Proper storage is essential to maintain product integrity. The material should be kept in a cool, ventilated environment away from direct sunlight and moisture. Packaging is available in 20 kg drums, with customization options to suit logistical needs.

Our research and development team continuously innovates within the surfactant sector, offering customized solutions for specialized industry requirements. From oilfield chemicals to daily chemical surfactants, we provide technical support to optimize your formulation performance. Contact our sales team for bulk pricing and detailed technical documentation.