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Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC)
Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC), CAS 5039-78-1, is a water-soluble cationic methacrylate monomer used in polymerization, water treatment, paper chemicals and specialty polymer manufacturing. Send Inquiry
Product Description
Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC), CAS: 5039-78-1
Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC), also known as Methacryloxyethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride or 2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethyltrimethylammonium Chloride, is a functional cationic methacrylate monomer with the molecular formula C₉H₁₈ClNO₂ and a molecular weight of 207.70 g/mol.
Product Chemical Properties
Chemical Name: Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride
Synonyms: DMC; Methacryloxyethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride; 2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethyltrimethylammonium Chloride; TMAEMC; MAETAC; Methacroylcholine Chloride; 2-Trimethylammonium Ethyl Methacrylate Chloride
CAS Number: 5039-78-1
EC Number: 225-733-5
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₈ClNO₂
Molecular Weight: 207.70 g/mol
Product Technical Specification
Appearance: Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid
Active Content: 78.0% min
Acidity (as MAA): 0.2% max
Color (APHA): 100 max
MEHQ Content: 950±50
Applications of Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC)
DMC is an important cationic functional monomer used in the synthesis of water-soluble polymers and specialty copolymers for various industrial applications.
1. Water Treatment Chemicals
DMC is widely used as a functional monomer in the production of cationic polyelectrolytes and polymer flocculants. DMC-based polymers can neutralize negatively charged suspended particles and promote flocculation, solid-liquid separation and sludge dewatering in industrial wastewater treatment.
2. Paper and Pulp Chemicals
DMC is used in the production of cationic polymers for the paper and pulp industry. DMC-based copolymers can be incorporated into retention aids, drainage aids, paper strength additives and other functional paper chemicals to improve papermaking performance.
3. Polymerization and Specialty Copolymers
DMC is an important monomer for free-radical polymerization and copolymerization with acrylic acid, acrylamide, methacrylic acid and other functional monomers. It introduces permanent cationic functionality into polymer structures and helps produce water-soluble polymers with adjustable charge density and molecular properties.
4. Coatings and Surface Treatment
DMC-based polymers are used in selected coating and surface treatment formulations. Their cationic properties can improve interactions with negatively charged surfaces and contribute to adhesion, surface modification and functional coating performance.
5. Textile and Fiber Chemicals
DMC is used in the synthesis of specialty cationic polymers for textile processing, fiber modification and textile finishing. These polymers can provide functional surface properties and improve compatibility with selected textile treatment systems.
6. Personal Care and Cosmetic Ingredients
DMC can serve as a functional monomer for producing cationic polymers used in selected personal care formulations. These polymers may provide conditioning, film-forming and surface interaction properties, subject to applicable cosmetic regulations and formulation requirements.
7. Oilfield and Industrial Chemicals
DMC-based cationic polymers can be used in selected oilfield and industrial chemical formulations, including applications requiring water-soluble polymers, charge modification and controlled interactions with dispersed particles.
Packaging
200kg/drum, 1100kg/IBC
Production Capacity
6000MT/year.
Storage Requirements
Store DMC in tightly sealed, compatible containers in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Protect the product from direct sunlight, excessive heat, contamination and conditions that may trigger unwanted polymerization.
Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC) Bulk Supply from China
Hosea Chem supplies Methacrylatoethyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DMC), CAS 5039-78-1, for water treatment chemical manufacturers, paper and pulp chemical producers, polymer manufacturers and specialty chemical industries.