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Benzalkonium Chloride 50% (BAC 50)

Also known as: BACBKCADBAC

Clear colourless liquid in a glass beaker
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  • Physical formLiquid
  • Purity≥50% (via Cl), in water

Cationic quaternary ammonium compound solution used as a disinfectant and surfactant.

Benzalkonium chloride (BAC) is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound consisting of mixtures of alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides. As a 50% aqueous solution, it is used in disinfectant/antiseptic formulations, in textiles as a softener and fixative, and as a phase transfer catalyst.

Used in: TextileDetergents and Cleaning Products

Purity≥50% (via Cl), in water

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H312Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
  • P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P501Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
  • Safety data sheet (SDS)On request by email
  • Technical data sheet (TDS)On request by email
  • Certificate of analysis (CoA)On request by email

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Applications

Disinfectant and antiseptic formulations · Cationic surfactant in surface cleaners · Textile softener/fixative · Phase transfer catalyst

Storage

Store in a cool, well-ventilated place · Store separately from anionic surfactants and strong oxidizers · Store in a tightly closed container

Packaging

Packed to your specification. Liquids and pastes are supplied in:

  • A blue 200-litre plastic drum
    Drums
  • IBC tote in a galvanised steel cage
    IBC totes
  • A white plastic jerrycan
    Jerrycans
  • Plain stainless steel road tanker
    Tankers

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Benzalkonium Chloride 50% (BAC 50)

Liquid

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