cationic detergent

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cationic detergent

(Chemistry) a type of detergent in which the active part of the molecule is a positive ion (cation). Cationic detergents are usually quaternary ammonium salts and often also have bactericidal properties

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cationic detergent - a class of synthetic detergents in which the surface-active part of the molecule is the cation

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cetrimide - a cationic detergent that is a powerful disinfectant

detergent - a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering

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