Description
Used in the production of cationic starch for the paper
industry, 2,3-Epoxypropyl trimethyl ammonium chloride
(EPTMAC) caused contact dermatitis in the
workers.
Chemical Properties
solid
Uses
Glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride be used as a derivatizing agent to synthesize
N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-3-trimethylammonium chitosan chloride (HTCC), a water-soluble chitosan derivative, by reacting with chitosan. HTCC can form nanocomposite films with silver nanoparticles that show good antimicrobial property and optical transparency. Cationic starches can also be prepared by derivatization of starch with GTMAC.
Uses
Reagent used for synthesis and antimicrobial activity of a water soluble chitosan derivative with a fiber-reactive group.
General Description
Glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride (GTMAC) is a cationizing agent commonly used for starch modification.
Contact allergens
Used in the production of cationic starch for the paper
industry; EPTMAC caused contact dermatitis in
workers.
Safety Profile
Suspected carcinogen.
Poison by subcutaneous route. Mutation
data reported. When heated to
decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Cl-,
NH3, and NOx. See also AMMONIUM
CHLORIDE.
