Mason® CS-408

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Mason® CS-408 is a TSCA/CDSL listed solution containing 80% active alkyldimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride in a water/ethanol blend. It is designed for use in biocide applications that do not require EPA/Canadian registration, suitable for a variety of applications including carpet extraction cleaners, degreasers, vehicle cleaners, textile treatments, and sanitation products.

INCI Name: Benzalkonium Chloride, Didecyldimonium Chloride

Chemical Name: Alkyl Dimethylbenzyl Ammonium Chloride, Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride

CAS Number: 7173-51-5, 68424-85-1, 64-17-5

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Alkyl Dimethylbenzyl Ammonium Chloride,
Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
INCI Name
Benzalkonium Chloride,
Didecyldimonium Chloride
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Emulsifier,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Cationic)
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Static Agent,
Conditioner,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Cationic)
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
Cationic Surfactants
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Cationic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Product Advantages

The high purity of the starting material delivers a consistent, low color and odor, high performance product that can be differentiated into consistent, high value end-use products.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Food & Nutrition,
HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Hair Care
HI&I Care — Home Care
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Food Facility Cleaning & Sanitization,
Industrial Cleaning,
Institutional & Catering,
Vehicle & Machinery
Food & Nutrition — Processing & Packaging
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Application Format
Creams
Home Care Applications
Cleaners,
Degreasers,
Deodorizer
I&I Cleaning Applications
Cleaners,
Degreasers,
Sanitizers
Product Applications
  • Mason® CS-408 is a cationic surfactant that can be used in various products including HI&I deodorizers and cleaners, and personal care formulations.
  • Mason® CS-408 can be used as an emulsifier in degreasers, pine oil and d-Limonene cleaners, and as an anti- stat in vehicle cleaners.
  • Mason® CS-408 can be used as a deodorizer to remediate mildew odor in textiles, and as a general odor control agent in formulated sanitation products.
  • In personal care products, Mason® CS-408 can be used as an antistatic in hair conditioning agents and personal cleansing formulations.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Clear colorless to light straw liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (10 % solution)6 - 9--
Active80wt.%-
Free Amine HClmax. 3wt.%-
Ethanol Content9 - 15wt.%-
Free Aminemax. 3wt.%-
Colormax. 200-APHA
Freeze Point-15.0°C-

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ECL (Korea),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Safety & Health

Safety Measures
  • Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and observe good industrial hygiene practices.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums
Supplied by
Pilot Chemical Company
Packaging Information

Mason® CS-408 is available in 410 lb. poly drums, 2000 lb. poly totes and bulk quantities.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage Conditions
  • Store in a tightly closed container. Do not store with strong oxidizing agents.
  • Avoid excessive heat. Recommended storage temperatures above 33°F.
  • Product is not damaged by freezing. If material becomes frozen it should be heated gently and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.