Benzalkonium Chloride

• CAT Number: R023282
• CAS Number: 8001-54-5
• Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₃NRCl
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride; Arquad CB 30; BTC; BTC 2565; BTC 471; Benzalkon A; Benzalkonium chloride; Biowash; Cedium; Culversan LC 80; Dimanin A; Erional EL; Genamin KDS; Kemamine BAC; Konrapo; Leda benzalkonium chloride; Magna M 407; Majo
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: benzyl-dodecyl-dimethylazanium;chloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/C21H38N.ClH/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-16-19-22(2,3)20-21-17-14-13-15-18-21;/h13-15,17-18H,4-12,16,19-20H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
• InChIKey: JBIROUFYLSSYDX-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-]

Benzalkonium chloride（Cat No.:R023282）is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a disinfectant, antiseptic, and preservative due to its potent antimicrobial properties. It disrupts microbial cell membranes, effectively killing bacteria, fungi, and certain viruses. Commonly found in household disinfectants, hand sanitizers, and personal care products, benzalkonium chloride is also used in healthcare settings to sterilize surfaces and equipment. In lower concentrations, it acts as a preservative in eye drops and nasal sprays, preventing microbial contamination. Its versatility and effectiveness make benzalkonium chloride a valuable agent in infection control and hygiene products.