Product Description
Benzalkonium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium compound belonging to the cationic surfactant family. Its physical appearance and properties depend on the product composition, concentration, and formulation. Commercial products may be supplied as liquids or solids, depending on the grade and manufacturing process.
The compound's solubility, aqueous pH, odor, and other physicochemical characteristics should be confirmed using the supplier's technical data sheet. When handling concentrated formulations, appropriate precautions should be followed in accordance with the product's safety data sheet.
Product Parameters
| Product Name: | BENZYLDIMETHYLDODECYLAMMONIUM BROMIDE |
| Synonyms: | Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C8-18-alkyldimethyl, bromides;BENZALKONIUM BROMIDE 80% H2O SOLUTION;Benzalkonium bromide in 80% H2O Solution;BENZODODECINIUM BROMIDE;BENZYLDIMETHYLDODECYLAMMONIUM BROMIDE;BENZALKONIUM BROMIDE;N-Alkyl(C8-C18)-N-benzyl-N,N-dimethylammoniumbromide;BENZALKONIUM BROMIDE 80% H2O SOLUTION BAC B80% |
| CAS: | 91080-29-4 |
| MF: | C21H38BrN |
| MW: | 384.44 |
| EINECS: | 293-522-5 |
| Mol File: | 91080-29-4.mol |
| Melting point: | 50-55 °C |
| storage temp: | 2-8°C |
Safety Information
| Hazard Codes | Xn |
| Risk Statements | 22-36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36 |
| RIDADR | UN 2811 6.1/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| RTECS | BO7875000 |
Application Scenarios
Benzalkonium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium compound with potential applications in antimicrobial formulations, personal care products, and industrial processes. Its suitability for specific uses depends on the product grade, formulation, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Medical and Healthcare Applications: Certain benzalkonium compounds are used in appropriately formulated antiseptic and disinfectant products. Applications involving surgical instruments, skin, mucous membranes, or healthcare environments require product-specific authorization and validated use instructions.
Personal Care and Daily Chemicals: Quaternary ammonium compounds may be used in selected personal care formulations for antimicrobial purposes or conditioning functions. Compatibility and suitability for shampoos, skin care products, and other cosmetics depend on the specific compound and local regulations.
Industrial Water Treatment: Certain quaternary ammonium compounds are used as antimicrobial agents in industrial water systems to help control bacteria, algae, and biofilm formation. Their effectiveness depends on water chemistry, dosage, and operating conditions.
Textile and Oilfield Applications: Selected quaternary ammonium compounds may serve as antistatic agents, emulsifiers, or microbial control agents in textile processing and oilfield operations, subject to application-specific performance and compatibility requirements.
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