Cetrimonium Chloride 30% | Conditioning Agent & Surfactant

Description

Cetrimonium Chloride (CTAC 30%) is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used in hair care, personal care, and industrial formulations as a conditioning agent, emulsifier, and surfactant. Known for its excellent antistatic, detangling, and antimicrobial properties, it is a key ingredient in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and fabric softeners. This 30% aqueous solution ensures optimal performance, easy formulation, and high compatibility with cationic and nonionic surfactants.

Applications of Cetrimonium Chloride 30%:

1. Personal Care & Cosmetics

• Hair Conditioners & Detanglers:
  • Provides silky smoothness, softness, and reduced frizz.
  • Enhances hair manageability and shine.
• Shampoos & Cleansing Formulations:
  • Acts as a mild surfactant with detangling effects.
  • Helps remove build-up and improve scalp health.
• Skin Care & Lotions:
  • Used in lotions, creams, and moisturizers as an emulsifier.
  • Provides conditioning and antimicrobial benefits.
• Antimicrobial Agent in Cosmetics:
  • Helps prevent bacterial contamination in formulations.

2. Household & Industrial Applications

• Fabric Softeners & Textile Conditioners:
  • Used in laundry detergents and softeners for antistatic effects.
• Emulsifier & Surfactant in Industrial Products:
  • Functions as a stabilizer in emulsions and dispersions.
• Antistatic & Antimicrobial Additive:
  • Applied in surface cleaners, industrial lubricants, and coatings.

3. Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry

• Topical Antimicrobial Agent:
  • Used in medicated creams, antiseptic solutions, and disinfectants.
• Preservative in Formulations:
  • Helps prevent microbial growth in pharmaceutical preparations.

4. Agriculture & Animal Care

• Pesticide & Insecticide Emulsifier:
  • Enhances stability and dispersion in agrochemical formulations.
• Veterinary Shampoo & Grooming Products:
  • Used in antimicrobial and conditioning pet shampoos.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
• Keep container tightly sealed to prevent contamination.
• Avoid exposure to heat, direct sunlight, and strong acids or bases.

Handling

• Use protective gloves, safety goggles, and lab coats when handling.
• Avoid direct skin and eye contact.
• Ensure proper ventilation when using in industrial settings.

Safety

• Hazard Classification: Irritant, may cause skin and eye irritation
• PPE Requirements: Gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing
• First Aid:
  • Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for 15 minutes.
  • Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water.
  • Inhalation: Move to fresh air if respiratory irritation occurs.
  • Ingestion: Rinse mouth, seek medical attention if necessary.