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Cetalkonium

Also known as Cetyldimethylbenzylammonium, Cetalkonium ion, Cetalkonium cation

CAS 10328-34-4Formula C25H46N+Molar mass 360.65 g/mol
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Cetalkonium chemical structure, C25H46N+, CAS 10328-34-4
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
10328-34-4
Formula
C25H46N+
Molar mass
360.65 g/mol
HS code
292390
Category
Cationic surfactants

What is Cetalkonium?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Cetalkonium chloride is an aromatic amine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
benzyl-hexadecyl-dimethylazanium
CAS number
10328-34-4 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 51895-89-7
Molecular formula
C25H46N+
UNII
FHG725432Z
InChIKey
QDYLMAYUEZBUFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C25H46N/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-20-23-26(2,3)24-25-21-18-17-19-22-25/h17-19,21-22H,4-16,20,23-24H2,1-3H3/q+1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms

  • Cetyldimethylbenzylammonium
  • Cetalkonium ion
  • Cetalkonium cation
  • benzylhexadecyldimethylammonium
  • Benzyldimethylhexadecyl ammonium
  • Benzenemethanaminium, N-hexadecyl-N,N-dimethyl-
  • Benzenemethanaminium, n-hexadecyl, N,N-dimethyl-
  • Benzyl(hexadecyl)dimethylazanium
  • benzyl-hexadecyl-dimethylazanium
  • benzyldimethylhexadecylammonium
  • Benzylcetyldimethylammonium
  • N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethylhexadecan-1-aminium
  • CBnBr
  • benzyl-hexadecyl-dimethyl-ammonium
  • Benzalkonium chloride c16
  • Benzyl hexadecyl dimethyl ammonium

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
360.65 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
360.3625 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
7.74calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
26calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.76calc.
Formal charge
1calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cetalkonium is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
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The HS code shown for Cetalkonium is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Cetalkonium?

Cetalkonium chloride is an aromatic amine.

What is the CAS number of Cetalkonium?

The CAS registry number of Cetalkonium is 10328-34-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 51895-89-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cetalkonium?

The molecular formula of Cetalkonium is C25H46N+ and its molar mass is 360.65 g/mol.

What is Cetalkonium used for?

Known uses and roles of Cetalkonium include surfactants in home care and cleaning.

Is Cetalkonium hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Cetalkonium is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cetalkonium?

Cetalkonium is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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