Benzalkonium Chloride
Benzalkonium Chloride
HS Code : 29239000 | CAS NO. : 8001-54-5
Basic Information:
- Chemical Name: Benzalkonium Chloride
- Formula: C₆H₅CH₂N(CH₃)₂RCl (R = alkyl chain)
- Molecular Weight: Variable
- Appearance: White or yellowish-white powder or gelatinous, yellowish-white fragments, hygroscopic
- Odour: Mild characteristic odour
- Taste: Not applicable
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcohol
Packing Details: • 500 g HDPE Bottle • 1 kg HDPE Bottle • 2 kg HDPE Bottle • 5 kg HDPE Jar • 10 kg HDPE Drum • 25 kg HDPE Bag / Drum • 50 kg HDPE Bag
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area
- Keep containers tightly closed when not in use
- Protect from direct sunlight and extreme heat
- Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents and anionic substances
- Avoid inhalation of vapors; use in well-ventilated or exhaust area
- Use protective gloves and goggles during handling
Safety
- May cause skin and eye irritation
- Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- Avoid direct contact and inhalation of mist
- Use gloves, mask and safety goggles
- In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water
- UN Number: UN 1760 Class 8 – Corrosive Substance
Industry Wise Application
Personal Care Products
- Cosmetics & Toiletries:Used as a preservative in shampoos, creams, lotions, and deodorants.
- Wipes:Frequently found in baby wipes and hygiene wet wipes.
- Oral Hygiene:Used in mouthwashes and throat lozenges for antimicrobial action
Healthcare & Topical Antiseptics
- Wound Care:Used in solutions (0.01 to 0.1% concentration) to cleanse and disinfect minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
- Surgical Antisepsis:Employed for pre-operative skin disinfection and mucous membrane disinfection.
- Hand Sanitizers:An alcohol-free active ingredient in antiseptic hand sanitizers and soaps.
- Bladder Irrigation:Used in diluted solutions (1:5,000 to 1:20,000) for urinary bladder and urethral irrigation
Pharmaceutical Preservation
- Ophthalmic Products:Acts as an antimicrobial preservative in eye drops and artificial tears to maintain sterility.
- Nasal Sprays:Used in nasal formulations (0.005% to 0.1%) to prevent microbial contamination.
- Ear Drops:Found in otic drops for cleansing and treating ear infections.
- Injectables:Included in some vaccines and biopharmaceuticals as a preservative
Household & Institutional Disinfection
- Surface Disinfectant:Effective on hard surfaces like floors and counters (common concentrations 0.05% – 0.2%).
- Cleaning Sanitizers:Used in household products, such as Lysol and Dettol antibacterial sprays.
- Laundry Care:Used in detergents and fabric softeners for sanitary purposes.
Industrial & Environmental Uses
- Water Treatment:Acts as a non-oxidizing biocide to control algae, bacteria, and mold in cooling towers, swimming pools, and industrial water systems.
- Pulp and Paper Industry:Used for slime control in mills.
- Agriculture:Used to disinfect agricultural tools, vehicles, and animal housing.
- Paints and Coatings:Acts as a preservative in water-based paints
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