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About Benzalkonium Chloride 50% Solution, NF Grade
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).
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. Benzalkonium chloride was found to be an effective method of contraception. It is an organic salt classified as a quaternary ammonium compound.
Common Uses and Applications
Antiseptic agent
Antimicrobial formulations
Disinfectant
Excipient
Industries
Chemistry Table
CAS Number
8001-54-5
Molecular Formula
C21 H38 ClN
Formula Weight
339.98
Synonyms
N-Alkyl-N-benzyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride, Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride, ADBAC, BC50 BC80, Quaternary ammonium compounds
PubChem CID
8753
Grade
NF Grade
Percent Purity
50%
Chemical Name or Material
N-Alkyldimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride
UN Number
UN1760
Benzalkonium Chloride 50% Solution, NF Grade Specifications
Assay, Total Alkylbenzenedimethyl ammonium chloride
47.5 -52.5% w/v
Description
Clear liquid to slightly yellow Slightly aromatic odor
Alkyl Chain C12
≥40.0%
Alkyl Chain C14
≥20.0%
Alkyl Chain C12 + C14
≥70.0%
Limit of Amine and Amine Salts
≤5.0 ml of 0.1M tetra butyl ammonium hydroxide solution
Benzyl Alcohol
≤0.5%
Benzaldehyde
≤0.05%
Acidity or Alkalinity
≤0.5ml, 0.1N Hydrochloric acid or 0.1N Sodium Hydroxide to change the color of the indicator
Safety and Shipping Information
UN number - UN1760. Proper Shipping Name - CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S. Hazard Class - 8. Packing Group - II.
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