Olealkonium chloride

Olealkonium chloride (CAS 37139-99-4), also supplied under the trade names Rhodaquat 7LUF and Cycloton 7LUF and recognized commercially as Benzyldimethyloleylammonium chloride, is a quaternary ammonium compound used across personal care, cleaning, and industrial markets. Its primary functions are antimicrobial preservation, surface modification, and emulsification in formulated products. In personal care, it acts as a conditioning agent and preservative booster in rinse-off and leave-on formulations.

It is particularly effective in hair conditioners and skin creams. Industrial and institutional cleaning products rely on it as an active biocide against bacteria and fungi, where it delivers broad-spectrum efficacy at low use levels. Textile processors apply it as a softening and antistatic agent during fiber finishing, improving handle and reducing static charge in synthetic fabrics. This versatility makes it a staple in large-scale manufacturing environments.

In leather and paper manufacturing, it functions as a surface-active treatment agent to improve wetting, penetration, and uniformity of processing baths. This ensures consistent quality across various industrial substrates and materials. Olealkonium chloride is typically supplied as a liquid solution, with active content concentrations commonly ranging from 50% to 80%. Technical-grade material is the standard offering for industrial and cleaning applications.

Personal care grades are available to meet cosmetic formulation requirements and safety standards. Packaging is available in drums and IBC containers suited to bulk procurement for global distribution and logistics.