Hexamethylenetetramine chloroallyl chloride
Synonyms
Methenamine 3-chloroallylochloride;
1-(3-Chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane chloride;
3,5,7-Triaza-1-azoniaadamantane, 1-(3-chloroallyl)-, chloride;
Quaternium-15;
N-(3-Chloroallyl)hexaminium chloride;
3,5,7-Triaza-1-azoniatricyclo[3.3.1.1(3,7)]decane, 1-(3-chloro-2-propenyl)-, chloride;
3,5,7-Triaza-1-azoniatricyclo[3.3.1.1(3,7)]decane, 1-(3-chloro-2-propen-1-yl)-, chloride (1:1);
Chloroallyl methenamine chloride;
Category
Cationic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 4080-31-3
EINECS: 223-805-0
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C9H16Cl2N4; C9H16Cl1N4.Cl
Molecular Weight: 251.16
Structure
Schematic formula:
Properties
Appearance (1), off-white solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, strong irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2, nitrogen oxides and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
rat oral LD50 |
500mg/kg[1] |
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chicken oral LD50 |
2000mg/kg[1] |
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guinea pig oral LD50 |
710mg/kg[1] |
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rabbit oral LD50 |
78.5mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
565mg/kg[1] |
Reproductive effect[1].
To human: may cause allergic dermatitis, contact dermatitis.
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antistatic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, preservative abilities. Formaldehyde donor.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
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Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
GB/T 5174 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of cationic-active matter content
ISO 2871-1 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of cationic-active matter content -- Part 1: High-molecular-mass cationic-active matter
ISO 2871-2 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of cationic-active matter content -- Part 2: Cationic-active matter of low molecular mass (between 200 and 500)
2, Hazardous substances indexes
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Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Solid |
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Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
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As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as disinfectant, antimicrobial agent, preservative.
Use as antistatic agent.
Use as flocculant.
Use as deodorant.
2, Personal care products
Preservative in personal care products.
Further information:
(1), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 86/199/EEC, be included in Annex V/31.
Maximum concentration is 0.2%.
(2), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in the prohibited components.
3, Water treatment
Bactericide-algicide in water treatment.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 4080-31-3, Quaternium-15
Update: 20140428(1); 20190609(2);