BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE- ▸ Disinfection & sanitizing: Quaternary-ammonium biocide for surface and equipment sanitizers.
- ▸ Antimicrobial preservative: Preservative function in personal-care and industrial formulations.
- ▸ Cationic surfactant: Wetting, detergent, and emulsifying action.
- ▸ Industrial processing: Textile, pulp-and-paper, and metallurgical applications.
- ▸ Wood preservation: Quaternary-based wood-preservative systems.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Benzalkonium chloride (CAS 63449-41-2) is a quaternary ammonium compound of alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides, a related alkyl-distribution definition of the same benzalkonium chemistry. It acts as a cationic surfactant and biocide and is documented for use as a disinfectant, sanitizer, and antimicrobial preservative, as well as in textile, pulp-and-paper, and metallurgical processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cleaners contain alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride?
Benzalkonium chloride is a common active in hard-surface and equipment sanitizers, disinfectant cleaners, and antimicrobial preservative systems, as well as textile, pulp-and-paper, and metallurgical process formulations. As a raw-material supplier, we provide the surfactant for manufacturers to formulate these products.
Is alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride the same as bleach?
No. Bleach is sodium hypochlorite (oxidizing chlorine chemistry). Benzalkonium chloride (CAS 63449-41-2) is a cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant — a different chemical class with different formulation and handling behavior. Refer to each product's SDS.
What is the difference between CAS 63449-41-2 and 68391-01-5 BAC?
Both are benzalkonium chloride (alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides); they are related alkyl-distribution definitions of the same chemistry under different CAS registrations. This grade is CAS 63449-41-2. Tell us your required alkyl distribution and active level and we'll match the grade; specifics are stated on the CoA.
What HS code applies to benzalkonium chloride?
BAC classifies under HS 2923.90 — quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, other. Verify the destination tariff line and any import requirements for biocidal actives with your customs broker.
What is the cost of bulk alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride?
Bulk pricing depends on active concentration, alkyl distribution, and order volume. We supply manufacturers in drums, totes, and IBCs — request a bulk quote with your target active strength and tonnage for current pricing, SDS, and CoA.