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CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a yellowish liquid ingredient that is widely used in cosmetic and personal care products.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can also appear in the form of a solid or a paste.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a wonderful ingredient imparting its benefits to both hair and skin.
CAS Number: 112-02-7
Molecular Formula: C19H42ClN
Molecular Weight: 320
EINECS Number: 203-928-6
Synonyms: 112-02-7, Hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride, Cetrimonium chloride, Cetyltrimethylammonium chloride, N,N,N-trimethylhexadecan-1-aminium chloride, N-Hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride, Hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, Cetyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, CTAC, TRIMETHYLHEXADECYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE, Genamin CTAC, Trimethylcetylammonium chloride, Arquad 16-50, CETAC, HTAC, Palmityltrimethylammonium chloride, Arquad 16-29, 1-Hexadecanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride, N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium chloride, hexadecyl(trimethyl)azanium;chloride, hexadecyl(trimethyl)ammonium chloride, cetyltrimethyl ammonium chloride, CHEBI:53581, MFCD00011773, UC9PE95IBP, 68002-63-1, cetyl(trimethyl)ammonium chloride, DTXSID6026901, Dehyquart A, Aliquat 6, Adogen 444, Trimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium chloride, Surfroyal CTAC, Dehyquart A-CA, Morpan CHA, Quartamin 60W, Ammonyx Cetac 30, Arquad 16, Intexsan CTC 29, Intexsan CTC 50, Barquat CT 29, Intexan CTC 29, Variquat E 228, Carsoquat CT 429, Cation PB 40, HDTMA-Cl, Catinal CTC 70ET, Dodigen 1383, Lebon TM 16, Lebon TM 60, Caswell No. 167A, Pionin B 611, Nissan Cation PB 40, Arquad 16-25LO, Swanol CA 2350, Arquad 16-25W, Arquad 16-29W, Arquad 16-26, Arquad 16/28, Quatramine C 16/29, FSM 28, HSDB 5553, PB 40, EINECS 203-928-6, UNII-UC9PE95IBP, EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 069133, C19H42ClN, Surfaktivo (TN), hexadecyl(trimethyl)azanium chloride, EINECS 268-077-5, Ammonium, hexadecyltrimethyl-, chloride, JEEQUAT CT-29, Epitope ID:116882, VARISOFT 300, EC 203-928-6, Cetrimonium chloride (BAN), SCHEMBL24536, NIKKOL CA-2350, ARQUAD PC 16-29W, cetyl trimethylammonium chloride, cetyltrimethyl-ammonium chloride, DTXCID806901, CHEMBL1895807, hexadecyltrimethylazanium chloride, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE [II], hexadecyltrimethyl ammonium chloride, Tox21_202555, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE [MART.], CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE [WHO-DD], AKOS015899168, AKOS015960532, (1-Hexadecyl)trimethylammonium chloride, CS-W012007, FS-4302, NCGC00164283-02, NCGC00260104-01, CAS-112-02-7, Hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride (CTAC), N,N,N-trimethylhexadecan-1-aminiumchloride, DB-025307, H0082, NS00075623, D07672, TRIMETHYLHEXADECYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE [HSDB], A802470, EN300-18532488, Q1061007, W-108660, 1-Hexadecanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride (1:1), barquatct29;1631(Cl);1631;C16-alkyltrimethylammonium chloride;cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium chloride Powder and 50% solution;(1-Hexadecyl)trimethylammonium chloride;HEXADECYLTRIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE SOL. , ~25% IN WATER;CETYLTRIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE, 25 WT. % SOLUTION IN WATER
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can appear in the form of a yellowish liquid or a waxy solid.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, also known as cetyltrimethylammonium chloride, is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and antimicrobial agent.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a cationic surfactant with the chemical formula C₁₉H₄₂ClN.
The molecule consists of a long hydrophobic alkyl chain (hexadecyl group) attached to a positively charged quaternary ammonium head, balanced by a chloride counter-ion.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Bromide and Steartrimonium Chloride are quaternary ammonium salts.
In cosmetics and personal care products, these ingredients are used in the formulation of hair conditioners, hair dyes and colors, other hair care products, and in some skin care products.
All three ingredients prevent or inhibit the buildup of static electricity.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride and Cetrimonium Bromide also help to cleanse the skin or to prevent odor by destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms and by helping water to mix with oil and dirt so that they can be rinsed away.
They also help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsied and help to distribute or to suspend an insoluble solid in a liquid.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, is a topical antiseptic and surfactant.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a cationic surfactant compatible with anionic and zwitterionic surfactants.
It is used in hair conditioners and after-shampoo products as a conditioning agent, leaving hair shinier and softer.
The conditioning eect is due to the electrostatic attraction between the positively charged cationic surfactant matter and the natural negative charges on hairs’ surface: after use, hair just glides through the comb.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chlorides already great conditioning properties are enhanced when combined with humectants (such as Flower Tales Glycerine) or a fatty acid (like Cetearyl Alcohol or Cetyl Alcohol).
It’s particularly detangling and is ideal for curly, frizzy or dicult to tame hair.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is noted for its antiseptic properties which inhibit bacterial growth on the scalp and hair, reducing excessive desquamation and eliminating odours.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is an emulsier and in combination with oil it gains a creamy consistence.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, is a topical antiseptic and surfactant.
It is commonly used in hair conditioners and shampoos, as a conditioning agent.
Also used in adhesives and sealants, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, washing & cleaning products, polishes and waxes and cosmetics and personal care products.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium salt that is used as a light hair conditioning agent.
Its use in conditioners and cream rinses improves both wet and dry combing and reduces static electricity.
As CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is cationic, it is used primarily in conditioning products rather than in shampoos.
Generally considered safe at low concentrations in cosmetics, but higher concentrations can cause irritation to the skin or eyes.
Can be toxic to aquatic life; appropriate disposal is important.
The positively charged ammonium head interacts strongly with negatively charged surfaces like hair, skin, or fabrics.
This interaction helps in neutralizing static electricity, smoothing, and conditioning.
In water, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride forms micelles, allowing it to solubilize oils, grease, and dirt, making it a powerful surfactant in cleaning and personal care products.
The long alkyl chain disrupts microbial cell membranes, leading to cell death.
This property makes it effective as a disinfectant and preservative.
Improves combability and softness by binding to the hair shaft.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride functions as a mild cleanser and stabilizes foam.
Acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water phases, giving a smooth texture.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in emulsion polymerization to stabilize synthetic latex and polymer dispersions.
Facilitates reactions by transferring ionic reactants between immiscible solvents like water and organic phases.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride micelles mimic biological membranes, allowing its use in protein folding and drug delivery studies.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in some protocols for the precipitation and isolation of nucleic acids.
Can cause mild to severe irritation at high concentrations; formulations for skin and hair care are carefully controlled to avoid these effects.
Fine aerosols or powders can irritate the respiratory tract; masks are recommended in industrial handling.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride permitted in many countries with limits on concentration (e.g., up to 0.1–0.25% for leave-on products).
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing when handling concentrated forms in manufacturing.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is partially biodegradable, but its high toxicity to aquatic organisms requires caution in wastewater disposal.
Cationic surfactants like CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride bind strongly to negatively charged particles in soil and sediments, reducing their bioavailability but potentially accumulating in environments.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride offers benefits of being a preservative or an antiseptic.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, is a topical antiseptic and surfactant.
This ingredient can mainly be spotted in hair care products such as hair sprays and shampoos.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is an anti-static ingredient that greatly reduces frizz and flyaways.
It also smoothens the shafts out, adding shine to them
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride acts as an antiseptic and prevents the growth of microorganisms on the surface of the skin.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride also helps the water mix well with oil so that the dirt and dust can be washed away thoroughly
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can be natural or synthetic depending on the way that it is made.
Naturally, it is derived from vegetable oils.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is basically a quaternary ammonium compound that acts well as a preservative.
Long-chain quaternary ammonium surfactants, such as CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, are generally combined with long-chain fatty alcohols, such as stearyl alcohols, in formulations of hair conditioners and shampoos.
The cationic surfactant concentration in conditioners is generally of the order of 1–2% and the alcohol concentrations are usually equal to or greater than those of the cationic surfactants.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is also commonly used to reduce static in the hair.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride works well with almost all the other ingredients and can most commonly be found in products like shampoos and conditioners.
The ternary system, surfactant/fatty alcohol/water, leads to a lamellar structure forming a percolated network giving rise to a gel.
Melting point: 232-234 °C
Boiling point: 475.54°C (rough estimate)
Density: 0.968 g/mL at 25 °C
vapor pressure: 0.006Pa at 25℃
refractive index: n20/D 1.3778
storage temp.: Store below +30°C.
solubility: Water (Slightly)
form: Amorphous Powder
color: White
Specific Gravity: 0.968
PH: pH(50g/l, 25℃) : 6.0～8.5
Odor: at 100.00?%. bland
Water Solubility: Soluble
BRN: 3657974
InChIKey: WOWHHFRSBJGXCM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
LogP: 3.08 at 25℃
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, are generally soluble in water.
The resulting solutions contain moderate concentrations of hydrogen ions and have pH's of less than 7.0.
They react as acids to neutralize bases.
These neutralizations generate heat, but less or far less than is generated by neutralization of inorganic acids, inorganic oxoacids, and carboxylic acid.
They usually do not react as either oxidizing agents or reducing agents but such behavior is not impossible.
Many of these compounds catalyze organic reactions.
The ternary system, surfactant/fatty alcohol/water, leads to a lamellar structure forming a percolated network giving rise to a gel.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is the organic chloride salt of cetyltrimethylammonium.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride has a role as a surfactant.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt and an organic chloride salt.
It contains a cetyltrimethylammonium ion.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is an excellent conditioning agent for hair, with anti-static, anti-frizz, and detangling properties.
It also functions as an emulsier and surfactant, helping boost rinse-o and stabilize emulsions.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, and Steartrimonium Chloride are quaternary ammonium salts used for a variety of purposes in cosmetics at concentrations of up to 10%.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride given orally is poorly absorbed from the intestine and is excreted in feces.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride applied dermally is absorbed into the skin, but not rapidly. Dermal irritation and sensitization and ocular irritation are seen with these quaternary ammonium salts.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride was embryotoxic and teratogenic in mice following intraperitoneal injection of 35 mg/kg; only teratogenic eects were observed with 10 mg/kg.
Embryotoxic eects consistent with maternal toxicity were seen in a rat-feeding study using 50 mg/kg/day.
Dermal exposure to 2% CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride produced no evidence of teratogenieity; nor did 2.5% Steartrimonium Chloride.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, along with Cetrimonium bromide and Steartrimonium chloride belong to a group called quarternary ammonium salts.
These chemicals are used in many dierent types of personal skin care products as well as in many hair care products.
The main job of CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is to stop the build up of static electricity in hair, which in turn makes hair smoother and easy to manage.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, along with its counterparts, has a positive charge that attracts them to the negative charge found in hair proteins.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, as well as its other counterparts, are all positively charged, which enables them to attract negatively charged particles of hair proteins making hair smooth to touch.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is safe to use as a rinse-o product for hair.
As a leave-on product for hair care, it was safe up to concentrations of up to 0.25%
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride, surfactant and quaternary ammonium salt that is used in hair conditioners, shampoo, dyes, and other personal hair care products.
By appearance, it is clear water-like liquid with an alcohol-like odor.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a conditioning agent that is usually used with other two ingredients, namely, Cetrimonium bromide and Steartrimonium chloride.
These three work in a group to prevent the development of “static electricity”.
When two opposite objects are rub against each other, electrons from one object get transferred to others, which leads to an electric charge.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride also vanishes the odor by thwarting the growth of microorganisms.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a cationic surfactant that can be used in the synthesis of mesoporous molecular sieves and micelle complexes.
It can also be used as a dispersant to prevent aggregation of nanoparticles.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride also finds use as a topical antiseptic and a preservative due to its ability to inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
It is used as a surfactant (for cleansing and emulsifying) and a suspending agent.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a quaternary cationic conditioner.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is commonly used in multiple hair care applications because it has anti-static, anti-frizz, and detangling properties.
This ingredient is compatible with non-ionic and cationic surfactants, and most polar solvents and incompatible with anionics, soap, nitrates, heavy metals, oxidants, rubber, and proteins.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride has an alcohol-like scent and is soluble in water.
The organic chloride salt of cetyltrimethylammonium.
Colorless to pale yellow liquid with an odor of rubbing alcohol.
Uses Of CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride:
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in hair care formulations, as hair conditioner, cream rinse ingredient..
In cleaning products for both household and industrial use, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride plays a dual role by serving as a surfactant and antimicrobial agent.
Its surfactant properties enable it to break down grease, oils, and dirt, making it a key ingredient in hard-surface cleaners used for floors, countertops, and tiles.
Moreover, its antimicrobial properties provide an added benefit, as it can kill bacteria, fungi, and some viruses, making it a common additive in disinfectants.
In fabric softeners, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride works by neutralizing static charges that form during washing and drying, leaving fabrics soft, fresh, and free of cling.
In the agricultural sector, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used as a surfactant in pesticide and herbicide formulations, where it improves the spreading and adhesion of sprays on plant surfaces.
This ensures that the active ingredients are distributed evenly, enhancing the effectiveness of the product in protecting crops from pests and diseases or controlling weed growth.
While its use in food-related applications is highly regulated, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can be found in some food packaging materials where it acts as a surfactant to improve the functionality of films.
This application is limited to regions where the compound has been approved for such purposes, and strict safety measures are enforced to prevent migration into food products.
In water treatment applications, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is utilized as an antimicrobial agent to control the growth of biofilms in industrial cooling towers and water systems.
Its cationic nature allows it to bind to microbial cell membranes and disrupt their integrity, effectively killing the microorganisms and maintaining system cleanliness.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can be incorporated into a cosmetic preparation for any number of formulatory needs including as an anti-static, an emulsifier, and a surfactant.
It can also be used as a preservative and anti-microbial against the proliferation of bacteria, fungi, and yeast.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments for its conditioning and antistatic properties.
Helps detangle hair by reducing static and improving smoothness.
Effective against bacteria and fungi, used in formulations for cleaning agents and disinfectants.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride acts as a phase transfer catalyst in chemical synthesis.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in emulsion polymerization to stabilize particles.
Employed in laboratories for the preparation of micelles, which mimic biological membranes.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is extensively used in personal care products, particularly in the hair care sector, where it serves as a conditioning agent to enhance the texture and manageability of hair.
It smooths the hair cuticle by forming a coating that reduces frizz, enhances shine, and provides a silky feel to the strands.
In conditioners and detanglers, it neutralizes static electricity, which makes combing through wet or dry hair significantly easier while also preventing flyaways.
Additionally, it stabilizes foam in shampoos, ensuring a luxurious lather, while simultaneously acting as a gentle cleansing agent that doesn’t strip the hair of its natural oils.
For skincare products like creams and lotions, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride functions as an emulsifier, blending oil and water components seamlessly to create products with a smooth and uniform texture.
Its ability to form micelles also makes it a valuable ingredient in facial cleansers, where it helps remove oils and impurities from the skin while maintaining a gentle cleansing effect.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a critical ingredient in pharmaceutical formulations, where it is used for its antiseptic and preservative properties.
It is commonly found in topical creams, ointments, and gels designed to prevent infections by effectively eliminating bacteria on the skin.
Its ability to stabilize emulsions also makes it suitable for use in drug formulations that require a stable mixture of oil and water phases.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride acts as a preservative in liquid medicines and cosmetics, protecting these products from microbial contamination and extending their shelf life.
In the field of biotechnology, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is widely utilized for its unique micelle-forming properties, which mimic biological membranes.
This makes it a useful agent in protein studies, where it can be used to stabilize and analyze proteins in an environment that resembles their natural conditions.
Additionally, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is commonly employed in protocols for the isolation and purification of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, where it facilitates the precipitation of these molecules from solutions during extraction processes.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium based surfactant that finds uses in broad number of industrial cleaning products. Product Data Sheet
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is used in hair care formulations, as hair conditioner, cream rinse ingredient..
In industrial chemical processes, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is highly valued for its ability to stabilize emulsions, especially in the production of synthetic latex and polymers through emulsion polymerization.
The compound helps prevent the separation of oil and water phases, ensuring a consistent and stable product.
Additionally, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride acts as a phase transfer catalyst, facilitating chemical reactions where ionic reactants need to transfer between immiscible phases, such as water and organic solvents.
This capability makes it an indispensable tool in the synthesis of various chemicals and materials.
In the textile and leather industries, CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is employed as an antistatic agent, which is particularly useful for reducing static build-up in fibers during processing and wear.
It also plays a role in dyeing processes, where it enhances the absorption of dyes into textile fibers, resulting in vibrant and long-lasting colors.
Safety profile Of CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride:
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride can cause irritation or redness when it comes into contact with the skin, especially at higher concentrations.
Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to dermatitis or skin dryness.
If CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride comes into contact with the eyes, it can cause burning, redness, watering, or even severe irritation.
High concentrations may result in lasting damage if not rinsed immediately.
Inhalation of CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride in powder or aerosol form can irritate the respiratory tract, leading to coughing, shortness of breath, or a sore throat.
CTAC Cetrimonium Chloride is safe for hair and skin.
In leave-on products, the use level for Cetrimonium Chloride is recommended to be no more than 0.25%.
Any higher than this percentage could lead to side effects such as skin irritation.
Other than this, it works well on all skin types. However, a patch test is recommended prior to full application to avoid any negative effects of the product.
