Description

Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide 100g (Research Lab)

Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide (CTAB), also known as Hexadecyltrimethylammonium Bromide, is a high-purity cationic surfactant widely used in biochemical research, molecular biology, nanotechnology, and analytical chemistry. This 100g research-grade pack ensures consistent quality and precision, making it ideal for demanding laboratory applications.

Key Features

• Research Grade Purity for reliable and reproducible results
• Highly Effective Cationic Surfactant used in DNA extraction and nanoparticle synthesis
• Stable & High Performance in biological buffers and chemical reactions
• Accurate Chemical Composition

  • Molecular Formula: C₁₉H₄₂BrN

  • Molecular Weight: 364.45 g/mol

• Secure, Moisture-Protected Packaging for long shelf life

Applications

Widely Used in Scientific and Industrial Research

CTAB is an essential reagent in various laboratory and industrial protocols due to its strong surfactant and micelle-forming abilities.

Common Uses Include

• DNA & RNA Extraction (particularly in plant molecular biology)
• Nanoparticle Synthesis – Gold nanoparticles & other colloidal materials
• Microbiology & Cell Culture – Surfactant for membrane studies
• Analytical Chemistry – Phase transfer catalyst and buffer additive
• Emulsion & Solution Stabilization for chemical and cosmetic formulations

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide (CTAB)
• Purity: Research Grade
• Quantity: 100g
• CAS Number: 57-09-0
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol, chloroform
• Shelf Life: Long shelf stability under proper storage

Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption
• Use gloves, goggles & lab PPE when handling
• Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents