Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride DDAC Surfactant
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Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride (DDAC)

High-purity cationic surfactant with excellent antimicrobial properties. DDAC provides superior biocidal activity, surface tension reduction, and disinfection capabilities for industrial, commercial, and institutional applications.

  • Cationic Surfactant
  • Excellent Antimicrobial Activity
  • Superior Biocidal Properties
  • Disinfectant Grade
  • Industrial Applications
  • Commercial Grade Quality
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride
CAS Number: 7173-51-5
EINECS Number: 230-525-2
Active Matter Content: 79-81%
Physical State: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Density (20°C): 0.93-0.98 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 362.0 g/mol
pH (1% solution): 6.0-8.0
Viscosity (25°C): 20-80 cP
Surface Tension: 25-30 mN/m (0.1% solution)
Antimicrobial Efficacy: Broad spectrum biocide
Contact Time: 30 seconds to 10 minutes
Stability Range: pH 5-9, temp 5-50°C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301B)
Packaging Options: 25kg, 200kg drums, IBC tanks

Applications

Disinfectants
Hospital Cleaners
Household Sanitizers
Industrial Biocides
Surface Disinfection
Water Treatment
Institutional Cleaners
Food Industry
Equipment Sanitization
Pool Treatment
Hand Sanitizers
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Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride grades tailored for antimicrobial applications, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across healthcare, food, and industrial sectors.

Medical Grade
Active Matter: 80-81% Efficacy: Hospital-grade Registration: EPA approved Application: Healthcare facilities
Food Grade
Active Matter: 79-80% Safety: Food contact safe Approval: FDA listed Application: Food processing
Household Grade
Active Matter: 79-81% Safety: Consumer safe Performance: Effective Application: Home sanitizers
Industrial Grade
Active Matter: 79-81% Performance: Heavy-duty Stability: Enhanced Application: Industrial biocides

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international antimicrobial standards including EPA, FDA, and industry-specific specifications for biocidal applications.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
EPA/FDA Registered
79-81% Active Matter Content
Advanced Efficacy Testing
Broad Spectrum Antimicrobial
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride exhibits exceptional quaternary ammonium compound properties essential for antimicrobial applications. Its unique molecular structure provides superior biocidal activity, surface adsorption, and stability in complex formulation systems.

Antimicrobial Properties
Biocidal Activity: Broad spectrum efficacy
Contact Time: Rapid kill kinetics
MIC Range: 10-100 ppm
Resistance Development: Low potential
Physical Properties
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 85°C
Surface Tension: 35-40 mN/m
Solubility: Excellent water solubility
pH Stability: Stable 4-10
Performance Characteristics
Efficacy Consistency: ±2% relative deviation
Penetration Power: Enhanced biofilm penetration
Formulation Stability: Excellent compatibility
Residual Activity: Extended surface protection
Purity Specifications
Total Impurities: ≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Moisture Content: ≤ 2.0%
Color (APHA): ≤ 50
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Minimal degradation
Temperature Stability: Stable 5-40°C
Container Compatibility: HDPE, stainless steel

Performance Characteristics

Comprehensive performance metrics demonstrate Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride superiority in antimicrobial applications with exceptional efficacy, stability, and reliability across diverse biocidal procedures and protocols.

Antimicrobial Efficacy

Kill rate: 99.9% in 30 seconds

Rapid broad-spectrum biocidal action
Biofilm Penetration

Penetration depth: 50-100 μm

Enhanced biofilm disruption capability
Surface Activity

Surface tension: 35-40 mN/m

Excellent wetting and spreading properties
Temperature Stability

Operational range: 5-85°C

Consistent performance across temperatures
Batch Consistency

Variation: ±2% between batches

Exceptional lot-to-lot reproducibility
Residual Activity

Protection duration: 24-48 hours

Extended antimicrobial protection

Safety Information

Quaternary ammonium compound that can cause skin and eye irritation. Handle with appropriate protective equipment including chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing. Use in well-ventilated areas and avoid prolonged skin contact.

Irritant
Eye Irritation
Skin Irritation

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from freezing. Use corrosion-resistant storage equipment and ensure proper ventilation systems.

Cool storage (5-35°C)
Adequate ventilation required
Original containers only
Protect from freezing

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride operates through advanced quaternary ammonium chemistry, providing exceptional antimicrobial efficacy and surface disinfection through membrane disruption and protein denaturation mechanisms.

Antimicrobial Action

Broad-spectrum biocidal activity against bacteria, viruses, and fungi

Rapid kill kinetics and long-lasting protection
Membrane Disruption

Cationic interaction with microbial cell membranes

Immediate cellular damage and death
Surface Adhesion

Strong substantivity for extended antimicrobial protection

Residual efficacy on treated surfaces
pH Stability

Effective across wide pH range with stable performance

Consistent antimicrobial activity

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global market access with complete documentation packages supporting international biocide and disinfectant standards with validated antimicrobial efficacy profiles.

EPA Registered

Environmental Protection Agency antimicrobial registration

BPR Approved

Biocidal Products Regulation European compliance

OECD Tested

Organization for Economic Cooperation efficacy validation

Global Approvals

Multiple international biocide regulatory compliance

Efficacy Data

Complete antimicrobial testing and validation documentation

Safety Assessment

Comprehensive toxicological and environmental safety data

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's antimicrobial experts provide comprehensive technical support, application guidance, and customization services to optimize Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride performance in your disinfection applications.

Formulation Development
  • Disinfectant system design
  • Antimicrobial efficacy optimization
  • Stability testing protocols
  • Performance validation studies
Application Support
  • Processing parameter optimization
  • Antimicrobial testing services
  • Scale-up technical guidance
  • Quality control method development
Technical Consultation
  • Biocide selection and optimization
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
  • Antimicrobial troubleshooting
  • Safety training and protocols
Supply Solutions
  • Hazmat packaging compliance
  • Secure supply chain management
  • Custom concentration development
  • Global distribution networks

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride production emphasizes responsible manufacturing and environmental stewardship while maintaining exceptional antimicrobial efficacy for critical disinfection applications.

Responsible Sourcing

Controlled feedstock procurement and supply chain management

Water Treatment

Advanced wastewater treatment and neutralization systems

Controlled Manufacturing

Contained production with emission monitoring and control

Risk Management

Comprehensive environmental risk assessment and mitigation

Regulatory Compliance

Full environmental and safety regulation adherence

Safe Packaging

Secure containers with environmental protection protocols

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's advanced quaternary ammonium facility employs precision synthesis control and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent antimicrobial quality and efficacy across all production batches.

Controlled Synthesis

Precision quaternary ammonium synthesis in contained systems

Strict molecular weight and purity control
Antimicrobial Testing

Comprehensive efficacy testing including kill kinetics validation

ASTM and EPA standard antimicrobial verification
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 with biocide manufacturing standards

Continuous improvement and batch traceability
Secure Packaging

Hazmat-compliant containers with safety protection

Leak-proof systems and stability assurance

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive market data demonstrating Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride effectiveness across critical disinfection applications with quantified antimicrobial metrics and validated efficacy testing results.

Healthcare Disinfection
Market Share: 70% in hospital-grade disinfectants Performance: 99.99% antimicrobial efficacy Validation: EPA and FDA registered formulations
Food Service Sanitation
Applications: 600+ validated disinfectant formulations Safety: Food contact surface approved Performance: Rapid kill against foodborne pathogens
Industrial Biocides
Efficiency: 95% reduction in biofilm formation Quality: Consistent antimicrobial performance Applications: Water treatment and preservation systems

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Quality

Consistently exceeds antimicrobial standards with exceptional purity and validated efficacy performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with secure inventory management and regulatory compliance tracking

Technical Expertise

Dedicated antimicrobial team provides biocide expertise and custom disinfectant development services

Regulatory Support

Complete registration documentation with global biocide compliance and efficacy validation

Global Standards

International compliance with antimicrobial and biocide specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with disinfectant formulators and antimicrobial development services