Cetyl trimethyl ammonium Chloride

About Cetyl trimethyl ammonium Chloride

Physically, Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride (CTAC) is distinguished as a transparent to light yellow liquid having an odour reminiscent of rubbing alcohol. When mixed with water, the product having a molecular weight of 320.002 g/mol either floats or sinks in the water. It is also known by other names like cetrimonium chloride.

In the field of speciality chemicals, the product is widely famed as a topical antiseptic and surfactant. Much of its effectiveness stems from its excellent conditioning characteristics, for which the product is used as an ingredient in manufacturing hair shampoos and conditioners. Hair care products formulated using CTAC are known to deeply nourish and hydrate dry and damaged hair and bring back a renewed shine and vigour to lacklustre locks.

Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride is a common cationic surfactant with great antimicrobial, antistatic as well as conditioning qualities. This chemical is available in grades that are of high quality and can be used in the pharmaceuticals, personal care, textiles, water treatment, and industrial formulations. It is also suitable in a variety of processing conditions because of its good surface-active properties, which allow the application of the compound as a disinfectant, emulsifier, and phase transfer catalyst. The compound exhibits a good degree of compatibility with various formulations, and it gives good performance even when in low concentrations. Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride is utilized in personal care and cosmetic use as a conditioning agent to enhance the softness, manageability and antistatic behavior of hair and skin care products. It aids in the effective microbial control and product stability in industrial uses. The quality control measures are strict, sourcing is reliable, and all packaging is standardized to guarantee the consistency of composition, extended shelf life and safe handling. Through stable supply capacity and low cost, Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride is a reliable alternative to customers that desire performance, purity and reliability of formulation in both local and global markets. 

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride is provided in well processed grades to cater to the changing demands of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industrial preparations. The product is appraised due to its high purity, unchanging composition, and consistent functioning where it can be applied on both large scale and special use. It also has an action in personal care formulations as an effective emulsifier and antistatic agent, enhancing texture, spreadability, and product feel. Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride is also used in fabric softeners, disinfectants and specialty chemical formulations in which controlled surface activity is needed. Its ability to match a wide variety of ingredients will enable easy incorporation into a variety of formulations without compromising stability. There are strict quality checks and standardized processing that guarantees reliable results on batches.

The product is made to fulfill the domestic and international quality requirements with an emphasis on the safe handling, reasonable packaging, and availability at the right time. This unique chemical is a reliable option because of its competitive pricing, reliable supply and compliance with industry norms as a preferred choice of clients who want performance-oriented and formulation-friendly specialty ingredients.

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride Features:

• This yellowish to clear liquid is also referred to as cetrimonium chloride
• It is a well-known cationic surfactant and antiseptic
• It is certified for purity and formulated under controlled lab conditions
• The product does not lose its effectiveness for many months

Cetyltrimethylammonium Chloride Properties:

• Appearance: Clear colorless liquid
• Colour: 20 APHA Max
• Free Amine: 2 - 2.5 mg of KOH/gm
• Active Matter: 50% and 30%
• pH Value: Approximately 6 to 8