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Benzalkonium Chloride, NF Grade consists of dodecyl and tetradecyl components of benzyl dimethyl ammonium chloride. It appears as a colorless or slightly yellowish viscous liquid at room temperature. Based on its purity, our premium quality Benzalkonium Chloride is certified by and the National Formulary (NF).Â
Benzalkonium chloride has three main categories of use: as a biocide, a cationic surfactant, and phase transfer agent in the chemical industry. It is widely used in cosmetics, wet wipes, hand and surface sanitizers. It is an organic salt classified as a quaternary ammonium compound.
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- Antiseptic agent
- Antimicrobial formulations
- Disinfectant
- Excipient
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Product Information
| CAS | 8001-54-5 |
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| Synonyms | N-Alkyl-N-benzyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride, Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride, ADBAC, BC50 BC80, Quaternary ammonium compounds |
| Assay | 47.5 -52.5% w/v |
| PubChem ID | 8753 |
| Grade | NF Grade |
| Color | Clear to Slightly Yellow |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to Slightly Yellow |
| Odor | Slightly Aromatic |
| Boiling Point | > 100 °C / > 212 °F @ 760 mmHg |
| Vapor pressure | 120 hPa (50°C) |
| Density | 0.98 |
| Solubility | Fully Miscible in Water |
| Auto-ignition temperature | 370 °C / 698 °F |
| Molecular formula | C21H38ClN |
| Molecular weight | 339.98 |
| Acidity or Alkalinity | ≤0.5ml, 0.1N Hydrochloric acid or 0.1N Sodium Hydroxide to change the color of the indicator |
| Alkyl Chain C12 | ≥40.0% |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Chloride (Cl) | A solution it in a mixture of equal volumes of water and alcohol meets requirements |
| Viscosity | 130 mPa.s at 20 °C |
| Water | 0.5 |
