Hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB)

For molecular biology, 99%

  • Product Code: 96028
  Alias:    Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide; Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide, Cetrimonium Bromide
  CAS:    57-09-0
Molecular Weight: 364.45 g./mol Molecular Formula: C₁₉H₄₂BrN
EC Number: 200-311-3 MDL Number: MFCD00011772
Melting Point: 248-251 °C(lit.) Boiling Point:
Density: Storage Condition: Room temperature. Sealed
Product Description: Hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) is widely used as a cationic surfactant in various applications. In molecular biology, it is a key component in the extraction and isolation of DNA from plant and bacterial cells, as it helps break down cell membranes and separate DNA from proteins. CTAB is also employed in the synthesis of nanoparticles, particularly gold and silver nanoparticles, where it acts as a stabilizing agent to control particle size and shape. In the cosmetic industry, it is used in hair conditioners and skincare products for its emulsifying and antistatic properties. Additionally, CTAB finds applications in the petroleum industry as a corrosion inhibitor and in the textile industry as a fabric softener. Its antimicrobial properties make it useful in disinfectants and sanitizers.
Product Specification:
Test Specification
PURITYAT 98.5 102.5%
MELTING POINT 248-253
APPEARANCE WHITE TO LIGHT YELLOW POWDER
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Size (g) Availability Price Quantity
25.000 10-20 days $13.20
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100.000 10-20 days $35.40
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500.000 10-20 days $90.01
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2500.000 10-20 days $327.63
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Hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB)
Hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) is widely used as a cationic surfactant in various applications. In molecular biology, it is a key component in the extraction and isolation of DNA from plant and bacterial cells, as it helps break down cell membranes and separate DNA from proteins. CTAB is also employed in the synthesis of nanoparticles, particularly gold and silver nanoparticles, where it acts as a stabilizing agent to control particle size and shape. In the cosmetic industry, it is used in hair conditioners and skincare products for its emulsifying and antistatic properties. Additionally, CTAB finds applications in the petroleum industry as a corrosion inhibitor and in the textile industry as a fabric softener. Its antimicrobial properties make it useful in disinfectants and sanitizers.
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