Fig. 1 · Structure
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Tridodecylmethylammonium chloride
Biochemical Assay Reagent
Tridodecylmethylammonium chloride (TDMAC) is a cationic surfactant that functions primarily as a biochemical assay reagent. This quaternary ammonium compound exhibits significant activity in disrupting cell membranes, making it an effective detergent and emulsifier. TDMAC is widely utilized in microbiological research for the selective isolation and identification of bacteria, facilitating studies in microbial biology and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7173-54-8 |
| Applications | Biochemical Assay Reagent |
| Formula | C37H78ClN |
| Molecular Weight | 572.47 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](CCCCCCCCCCCC)(CCCCCCCCCCCC)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.