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Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride (CAS 7173-51-5)

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Alternate Names:
Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride
CAS Number:
7173-51-5
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
362.08
Molecular Formula:
C22H48ClN
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound often utilized in research focusing on surface-active agents. Due to its cationic nature, it is a subject of investigation in studies concerning its interaction with various substrates and its ability to modify surface properties. In the field of environmental chemistry, Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is used to explore the efficacy and behavior of biocidal agents on different surfaces and materials. It is also of interest in material science, where its potential as an antimicrobial coating agent for various textiles and polymers is examined. Furthermore, research into its physicochemical properties, such as phase behavior and micellization, contributes to a better understanding of its role in the formation of micellar systems and nanostructures.


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Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride, 25 g

sc-492126
25 g
$83.00