Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride Surface Active Ingredients– High-Purity Cationic Surfactant for Industrial Use

Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride, commonly abbreviated as CTAC, is a high-purity cationic surfactant widely used in industrial and consumer applications. Appearing as a clear to slightly yellow liquid, CTAC is characterized by strong surface activity, excellent emulsification ability, and outstanding conditioning properties.

With its quaternary ammonium structure, the product exhibits effective antimicrobial and antistatic performance, making it suitable for a variety of functional formulations.

Chemically, CTAC is a quaternary ammonium salt composed of a cetyl group (C16 alkyl chain) attached to a trimethylammonium head, paired with a chloride counterion. This molecular configuration enables strong adsorption onto negatively charged surfaces such as hair, fabrics, and certain solid particles.

• Hair conditioners, shampoos, and skin care formulations
• Textile softeners and fabric care products
• Paper processing aids
• Mineral flotation agents
• Disinfectants and antiseptics
• Water treatment chemicals

• Strong surface activity and emulsification ability
• Excellent conditioning properties
• Effective antimicrobial performance
• Antistatic properties
• Compatible with nonionic and certain cationic surfactants

The product is typically supplied in aqueous solution with a high active content, ensuring consistent performance and ease of blending into formulations. It should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.