Diallyldimethylammonium chloride
Agent Name
Diallyldimethylammonium chloride
CAS Number
7398-69-8
Formula
C8-H16-N.Cl
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
2-Propen-1-aminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-2-propenyl-, chloride; Ammonium, diallyldimethyl-, chloride; Dimethyldiallylammonium chloride; N,N-Dimethyl-N-2-propenyl-2-propen-1-aminium chloride; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Quaternary Amines
Description
Solid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as monomer for synthesizing water soluble polymers and in the synthesis of coagulants and retention aids; [HSDB]
Comments
Adverse effects after intermittent oral doses of 42 grams/kg over 6 weeks include weight loss and changes in the liver and renal tubules; [RTECS] An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
3.53E-06 mm Hg
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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