Dideycl dimethyl ammonium chloride is a primary active ingredient in lysol cleaning products especially floor cleaners.  The compound is used to fight bacteria that cause viruses and salmonella and acts as a mild deodorizer.  Also the compound can be used in higher concentrations for hospital use to defend against staph and HIV virus.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


 

didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride

 

References:

http://www.chemacx.com
http://www.pharmacol.com
http://www.foodservicedirect.com/janitorial.cfm/SubCatID/92/SubClassID/388/ShowProducts/1/Lysol.htm
 

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