Cetyltrimethyl Ammonium Bromide (CTAB) PurReagent, >=99%

PurReagent


Properties

Autoignition temp. 210 °C
Assay Purity Array
M pt.
Density 2.30 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H315,H318,H335,H373,H410
Precautionary Statement  P273 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P314
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Flash point
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number 3077

Description

Application
Molecular biology- DNA extraction and purification (especially plant DNA). Pharmaceuticals & research- drug delivery and nanoparticle synthesis. Cosmetics- used in hair conditioners and creams. Analytical chemistry- phase transfer catalyst and surfactant systems.

Purpose
Reduces surface tension and forms micelles. Helps lyse cells and separate biomolecules (like DNA). Stabilizes emulsions and nanoparticles.

General Description
A cationic surfactant (positively charged detergent). Soluble in water forms micelles. Has a long hydrophobic tail and a positively charged head group.