Tallow Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride

Paint chemicals 2025-03-24

CAS No. 8030-78-2

Content 50% 70%

Packing 175kg/drum 900kg/IBC

Names and Identifiers

Name Quaternary ammonium compounds, trimethyltallow alkyl, chlorides
Synonyms T 800
Radiaquat 6471
TALLOWTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
N-tallow-trimethylammonium chloride
Trimethyl(tallow alkyl)ammonium chlorides
(Tallow alkyl) trimethylammonium chloride
N-Tallow-N,N,N-trimethylammonium chloride
Quaternary ammonium compounds, trimethyltallow alkyl, chlorides
CAS 8030-78-2
EINECS 232-447-4

8030-78-2 – Risk and Safety

UN IDs 1760
Hazard Class 8
Packing Group III

Table 1: Basic Chemical Properties

Property Value/Description
Chemical Name Tallow Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride
CAS No. 8030-78-2
Chemical Class Quaternary Ammonium Compound (Quat)
Appearance Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Solubility Soluble in water and polar solvents
Active Content Typically 70-75% in aqueous solutions
Cationic Nature Strongly positively charged

Table 2: Key Functional Properties & Applications

Function Industry Application
Fabric Softener Reduces static, improves textile softness
Hair Conditioner Enhances manageability and shine
Antistatic Agent Used in plastics and synthetic fibers
Biocide & Disinfectant Sanitization in industrial cleaning
Emulsifier Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions

Table 3: Safety & Handling Guidelines

Aspect Precaution
Skin Contact May cause irritation; use gloves
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with water for 15 min
Storage Conditions Store in sealed containers, avoid extreme temperatures
Environmental Impact Toxic to aquatic life; comply with local disposal regulations

Summary

Tallow Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride is a versatile cationic surfactant derived from animal tallow. It is widely used in fabric softening, personal care, and industrial applications due to its emulsifying, antistatic, and conditioning properties. Proper handling is required due to its irritant nature.