Fig. 1 · Structure
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Dioctyldimethylammonium chloride
Bactericide
Dioctyldimethylammonium chloride, a quaternary ammonium salt, acts primarily as a bactericide. It exerts its antibacterial activity by disrupting cell membrane integrity, leading to the leakage of intracellular contents. This reagent is also applicable in various industrial settings, such as a petroleum additive, antistatic agent, softening agent, rare metal flotation agent, and corrosion inhibitor, thus expanding its utility beyond microbiological research.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 5538-94-3 |
| Applications | Bactericide |
| Formula | C18H40ClN |
| Molecular Weight | 305.97 |
| Synonyms | D821 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCC[N+](C)(CCCCCCCC)C.[Cl-] |
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In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.