Molecular formula:C21H38NCl
Molecular weight:340
CAS No.:8001-54-5
Property:Colorless to yellowish transparent liquid.
Usage:Oil & Gas:Pipeline corrosion inhibitor. Prevents formation of sulphurous gases. Deemulsifier/sludge breaker for enhanced oil extraction.
Manufacture of Detergent-Sanitisers:Benzalkonium chloride safely incorporates both Microbicidal & Detergency Properties into Products for Soil Penetration & Disinfection, which makes it ideal for Formulation of Hygiene Products for Personal Hygiene, Hospital, Livestock and Food & Dairy use.
Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics:Safety Factor of Benzalkonium Chloride leads to use in Various Topical and Ocular Products as a Preservative and to optimiseEmolliency and Substantivity.
Polymer & Coatings:Benzalkonium Chloride is widely used as an Anti-Static, Emulsifier & Preservative in the Coatings Industry (Paints, Wood Treatment, Electronics).
Chemical Industry:Benzalkonium Chloride has diverse applications in the Chemical Industry as Precipitant, Phase Transfer Catalyst,Emulsifier/De-Emulsifier, etc.
Water Treatment:Benzalkonium Chloride is used in Water & Effluent Treatment Formulations and Algaecides for Swimming Pools.
Aquaculture:Global environmental concern has led to increasing replacement of chlorinated biocides with safer, biodegradable Benzalkonium Chloride in Wood Protection. It displays excellent fungicidal and algaecidal properties, and is highly effective against other organisms in combination formulations.
Pulp & Paper Industry:Benzalkonium Chloride is used as a General Microbicide for Slime Control & Odour Management, and improves Paper Handling (Imparts Strength & Antistatic properties) .
Textile Industry:Benzalkonium Chloride solutions are used as Moth Repellents, Permanent Retarders in Dyeing of Acrylic Fibres with Cationic Dyestuffs.
Leather Industr:Benzalkonium Chloride inhibits growth of Mould & Mildew on Hides. Facilitates Leather Softening, Wetting & Dyeing.
Horticulture & Household:Benzalkonium chloride is highly effective against Mould, Mildew, Moss, Fungi & Algae and is used for cleaning and preparation of all types of Surfaces: Greenhouses, Roofing, Paths, Wooden decking, Sheds, Masonry.
Packing:Packing in 200L plastic drum, IBC(1000L).