Quaternary ammonium salts based on caprylic acid as antimicrobial and surface-active agents.

ABSTRACT: In this work, amidequats and esterquats based on caprylic acid were investigated as promising compounds with surface properties and biological activity that are in harmony with the principles of green chemistry. Herein, caprylic acid, which is an essential component of the above compounds, is a noteworthy natural resource. Structural analysis was performed with the amphiphilic cations of the tested amidequats and esterquats, revealing two distinct factors, i.e., the elongation of the alkyl chain and the presence of two different functional groups; these factors undoubtedly affect the desired biological activity. These compounds were synthesized and characterized in terms of their physicochemical properties, among which surface activity is pivotal. In addition, the surfaces of the te

SUBMITTER: Wojcieszak M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10685092 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature