CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE- ▸ Hair conditioning: Cationic conditioning and antistatic agent in rinse-off and leave-on products
- ▸ Cationic detergent: Surface-active cleaning and dispersing agent
- ▸ Disinfectant/biocide: Quaternary ammonium germicidal chemistry
- ▸ Industrial softening: Softener and corrosion inhibitor in process systems
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Cetrimonium chloride (CAS 112-02-7), or CTAC, is a quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant supplied as an active or as an aqueous/isopropanol solution. It is used as a hair-conditioning and antistatic agent, a cationic detergent, and a disinfectant/germicide, as well as a softening agent, dispersant, and corrosion inhibitor in industrial systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another name for cetrimonium chloride?
It is commonly called CTAC and hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride. The CAS is 112-02-7 and the formula is C19H42ClN. It is a quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant supplied as an active or as an aqueous/isopropanol solution.
What is cetrimonium chloride used for?
CTAC is used as a hair-conditioning and antistatic agent in rinse-off and leave-on products, as a cationic detergent and dispersant, and as a quaternary ammonium germicidal active. In industrial systems it functions as a softener and corrosion inhibitor.
What is the molecular formula and CAS for cetrimonium chloride?
The formula is C19H42ClN and the CAS is 112-02-7. It is typically supplied as a solution at a defined active concentration. Confirm assay and active content against the CoA for your lot.
How is cetrimonium chloride shipped (DOT/UN)?
Solutions of cetrimonium chloride are associated with UN 3082 (environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.). Classification and packing group depend on the specific concentration and formulation; confirm on the SDS for your grade. RawSource ships with compliant documentation and labeling.
What is the HS code for cetrimonium chloride?
It is typically classified under HS 292390 (quaternary ammonium salts). Confirm the correct tariff classification with your customs broker for your destination. RawSource includes HS references on shipping documentation.