Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride (DDAC) is a quaternary ammonium compound as antiseptic/disinfectant. DDAC is a broad spectrum biocidal against bacteria and fungi and can be as disinfectant cleaner for linen, recommended for use in hospitals, hotels and industries.
Overview
Product Name : Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride
Synonym: DDAC 50% , DDAC 80%
CAS No. : 7173-51-5
Molecular Formula : C22H48ClN
Molecular Weight : 362.08
Solvents types : ethanol (10%) , propyl glycol (30%)
Category : Cationic surfactant , Low purity quateranary ammonium salt
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride Properties
| Item | DDAC 50% | DDAC 80% |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid | |
| Assay | ≥50.00﹪ | ≥80.00﹪ |
| Free amine and its salt | ≤1.50% | ≤1.50% |
| Ph (10% aqueous) | 5.00 ~ 9.00 | 5.00 ~ 9.00 |
| Color , APHA | ≤100.00 | ≤100.00 |
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride Usage
Disinfectant
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride (DDAC) is commonly as a disinfectant and antiseptic agent due to its broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties. It is effective against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and algae. It is used in hospitals, healthcare facilities, laboratories, and other settings where disinfection is crucial.
Biocide in water treatment
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is a biocide in water treatment applications to control microbial growth. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria, algae, and other microorganisms in cooling towers, swimming pools, and industrial water systems.
Preservative
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is also a preservative in personal care products to prevent microbial contamination, such as shampoos, soaps, and cosmetics to extend their shelf life and ensure product safety.
Surface sanitizer
Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is a surface sanitizer in household and commercial cleaning products. It is effective in killing bacteria and viruses on hard surfaces, including countertops, floors, and walls. It is used to clean and disinfect equipment, storage tanks, and surfaces in livestock facilities, poultry farms, and agricultural processing plants. In veterinary clinics and animal care facilities, DDAC is as a disinfectant for equipment, kennels, and animal housing areas.
Packaging
180kg/drum , 900kg/IBC drum
Storage
keep in cool, dark and dry place, store in sealed containers. Shelf life : two years.
