trimethylcetyl ammonium pentachlorophenate

Independent reference data for trimethylcetyl ammonium pentachlorophenate (CAS 6899-10-1), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Documented uses on record

Cetyl-Trimethyl-Ammonium, Cetrimonium, cetyl trimethylammonium, or hexadecyltrimethylammonium is a quaternary ammonium cation whose bromide and chloride salts are used as antiseptics.Substances used on humans and other animals that destroy harmful microorganisms or inhibit their activity. They are distinguished from DISINFECTANTS, which are used on inanimate objects.

Synonyms and trade names

cetrimonium; Cetyltrimethylammonium; HEXADECYLTRIMETHYLAMMONIUM; Cetyltrimethylammonium ion; Cetyltrimethylammonium cation; Trimethylhexadecylammonium; Hexadecyltrimethylammonium ion; 6899-10-1; Cetrimonium ion; N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium; Cetrimonium cation; Ammonium, hexadecyltrimethyl-; 1-Hexadecanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-; Hexadecyltrimethylammonium cation; Z7FF1XKL7A; CHEBI:39561

What the public record says

trimethylcetyl ammonium pentachlorophenate · CAS 6899-10-1 · C19H42N+. UNII Z7FF1XKL7A. Melting Point: 240; Solubility: 100000.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.