Cetrimonium Chloride 50% in Water or Ethanol

Cetrimonium Chloride 50% in Water or Ethanol CAS NO 112-02-7 This product is a 50% active concentration solution of cetrimonium chloride, using a mixture of water and ethanol as the solvent. As a quaternary ammonium surfactant, it is a clear to slightly yellowish liquid that disperses smoothly and is chemically stable. The ethanol not only helps it dissolve better in aqueous and semi-aqueous systems, but also makes it smoother to apply and dries faster. Its pH range is between 6 and 8, making it compatible with acidic formulations in personal care and industrial applications.   How it works The positively charged head of cetyltrimethylammonium chloride electrostatically attracts negatively charged surfaces like fibers and keratin. This is particularly useful in rinse-off products, where it reduces static electricity, smooths surface roughness, and provides a conditioning effect. In cleansers, it acts as a cationic surfactant, reducing surface tension and forming a useful antistatic fi…