63449-41-2

Basic information

• Product Name: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
• Synonyms: BAK;BAC;BENZYLDIMETHYLALKYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE;BKC;HYAMINE 3500;ZEPHIRAN CHLORIDE;geramine;ALKYLBENZYLDIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE(50
• CAS NO: 63449-41-2
• Molecular Formula: C17H30ClN
• Molecular Weight: 283.88
• EINECS: 264-151-6
• Product Categories: Ammonium Chlorides (Quaternary);Quaternary Ammonium Compounds;Bactericide and Algicide;BAC,BAK,HYAMINE
• Mol File: 63449-41-2.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -5°C
• Boiling Point: 100°C
• Flash Point: >100°C
• Appearance: liquid or powder
• Density: 0,989 g/cm3
• Vapor Pressure: 130 mPa @ 20°C
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• Water Solubility: Miscible with water, methanol and acetone.
• Merck: 14,1059
• BRN: 4062599
• CAS DataBase Reference: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE(63449-41-2)
• EPA Substance Registry System: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE(63449-41-2)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: C,N
• Statements: 21/22-34-50
• Safety Statements: 36/37/39-45-61-60-26
• RIDADR: UN 2923 8/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 3
• RTECS: BO3151000
• F: 3-9
• TSCA: Yes
• HazardClass: 8
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 63449-41-2(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic surface-active agent that possesses antimicrobial properties and is widely used in various industries due to its effectiveness and versatility.

Uses

Used in Textile Industry:
Benzalkonium chloride is used as a cationic detergent in textile dyeing, softeners, antistatic agents, emulsifiers, and conditioners, enhancing the dyeing process and improving the quality of textiles.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Benzalkonium chloride is used as a preservative in pharmaceutical products such as eye, ear, and nasal drops, as well as sprays, ensuring the safety and longevity of these products.
Used in Personal Care Industry:
Benzalkonium chloride is an active ingredient in personal care products such as hand sanitizers, shampoos, deodorants, and wet wipes, providing antimicrobial protection and maintaining cleanliness.
Used in Research:
Benzalkonium chloride has been used in studies to assess its action on epithelia conjunctival cells in vitro and to investigate its effects on living rabbit cornea by in vivo Tandem scanning confocal microscopy, contributing to the understanding of its potential applications and effects on biological systems.
Used in Chemical Synthesis:
Benzalkonium chloride can be used as a cationic surfactant in chemical polymerization reactions, facilitating the process and improving the outcome of these reactions.
Used in Analytical Chemistry:
Benzalkonium chloride can be used as a phase-transfer catalyst for the quantitative determination of sulfide in whole blood samples by extractive alkylation technique using GC-MS, providing an efficient method for analyzing sulfide levels in blood.

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble.

Reactivity Profile

BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is incompatible with anionic detergents and nitrates.

Fire Hazard

Flash point data for BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE are not available, but BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is probably combustible.

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