Benzethonium chloride, also known as hyamine is a synthetic quaternary ammonium salt. This compound is an odorless white solid, soluble in water. It has surfactant, antiseptic, and anti-infective properties, and it is used as a topical antimicrobial agent in first aid antiseptics. It is also found in cosmetics and toiletries such as soap, mouthwashes, anti-itch ointments, and antibacterial moist towelettes. Benzethonium chloride is also used in the food industry as a hard surface disinfectant.
Benzethonium chloride CAS NO 121-54-0
MF: C27H42ClNO2
MW: 448.08
EINECS: 204-479-9
Melting point 162-164 °C(lit.)
density 0.998 g/mL at 20 °C
storage temp. Store at +15°C to +25°C.
form Liquid
color White
Odor Odorless
Benzethonium chloride CAS NO 121-54-0
Item | Specifications | Results |
Appearance | White or almost white powder | White or almos twhite powder |
Assay,% | 97.0~103.0 | 100.4 |
Melting point,℃ | 158~163 | 158.6~160.9 |
Loss on drying,% | ≤5.0 | 2.8 |
Conclusion | The results conforms with enterprises tandards |
Benzethonium chloride CAS NO 121-54-0
Benzethonium chloride is a preservative that works against algae, bacteria, and fungi. In skin care preparations, it is safe for use at concentrations of 0.5 percent.
In cosmetics as preservative; cationic surfactant. As disinfectant in dairies and food industries. Clinical reagent for determination of protein in CSF; pharmaceutic aid (preservative).
Benzethonium Chloride USP is used as germicide for pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. (USP grade of Hyamine(R) 1622 crystals).
The cationic detergent benzethonium chloride is a well characterized skin irritant and rare sensitizer.
Sample
Available
Package
1kg per bag, 25kg per drum, or as you required.
Storage
Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.