Results for tag: "Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Bromide"

Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Bromide (DDAB) is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a surfactant and disinfectant in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, such as antiseptics, antifungals, and antibiotics. DDAB is also used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products. It is a cationic surfactant, meaning it has a positive charge, and is used to reduce surface tension and increase the solubility of other compounds. DDAB is also used in the production of emulsions, which are mixtures of two or more immiscible liquids. Companies in the DDAB market include BASF, Dow Chemical, AkzoNobel, Clariant, Solvay, and Lonza. Show Less Read more