Benzalkonium Chloride

Name: Benzalkonium Chloride

CAS: 85409-22-9

Feature:

Benzalkonium Chloride is a compound of the class of quaternary ammonium compounds (QAC) used as a cationic surfactant in personal hygiene, cosmetic and skin disinfection products. Benzalkonium Chloride is a mixture of alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chlorides [C6H5CH2N(CH3)2RCl], in which R = C12, C14, C16, C18 are the main compounds, and the antibacterial effects being given by the alkyl chain length and the quaternary ammonium groups. 

Benzalkonium Chloride has the following applications/functions:

1. Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic detergent, like other quaternary ammonium compounds, and is used as an antiseptic agent in ophthalmic preparations, skin disinfectants, cosmetics, deodorants, mouthwashes, lozenges and solutions for contact lenses.

2. Benzalkonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium antiseptic and disinfectant with actions and uses similar to those of other cationic surfactants. It is also used as an antimicrobial preservative for pharmaceutical products.

3. Benzalkonium Chloride is a highly concentrated quaternary ammonium antimicrobial used in a broad number of applications. Benzalkonium Chloride is often used in non-alcohol-based hand sanitisers. It has some effectivity against bacteria and limited activity against viruses.

4. Benzalkonium Chloride is also used as a topical anti-infective in medicine as well as a germicide for cleansing food and dairy utensils, and as a controlling agent for swimming pool algae. It is also an additive in deodorants and hairdressing preparations.

Composition: 

Appearance: Yellow liquid

Packing: 25kg/drum or as discussed

Shelf Life: 2 years

Storage: Store in cool and dry area

Certification:ISO GMP KOSHER HALAL