Benzalkonium Chloride BKC

Product Overview

Benzalkonium Chloride (also abbreviated BKC, trade names include Zephiran, Roccal family) is a class of quaternary ammonium compounds (alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides) sold commercially as mixtures of alkyl chain lengths (typically C8–C18) with strongest biocidal performance in C12–C14 homologues. It is a clear to pale-yellow, water-miscible liquid used as an effective non-oxidizing biocide and cationic surfactant for microbial control, slime removal and corrosion inhibition in many industrial and consumer applications.

Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic surfactant and a non-oxidizing bactericide. It has broad-spectrum and efficient sterilization and algae killing capabilities. It can effectively control the reproduction of bacteria and algae and the growth of slime in water, and has good slime peeling. It has a certain dispersion and penetration effect, and also has a certain degreasing, deodorizing ability and corrosion inhibition effect. Benzalkonium chloride has low toxicity, no cumulative toxicity, is easily soluble in water, and is not affected by water hardness. Therefore, it is widely used in circulating cooling water systems in petroleum, chemical, electric power, textile and other industries to control circulating cooling. The growth of bacteria and algae in the water system has special effects on killing sulfate-reducing bacteria. Benzalkonium chloride can be used as a bactericidal antifungal agent, softener, antistatic agent, emulsifier, conditioner, etc. in the textile printing and dyeing industry. It can also be used as an antiseptic bactericide for wet wipes.

Key Technical Specifications & Physical Properties

Melting Point	-5°C
Boiling Point	100°C
Density	0,989 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure	130 mPa @ 20°C
Fp	>100°C
Storage Temp.	2-8°C
Solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Form	Semisolid
Color	Pale yellow
PH Range	6 - 9
Biological Source	Synthetic
Water Solubility	Miscible with water, methanol and acetone.

Principal Applications

Industrial water treatment & cooling systems: control of bacteria, algae and slime in circulating cooling water (oil, chemical, power, textile industries).
Disinfectants & surface sanitizers: active ingredient in ready-to-use disinfectant formulations and professional cleaners (household and institutional). 
Personal care & hygiene products: preservative/antimicrobial for wet wipes, hand sanitizers, shampoos and topical antiseptics (observe regulatory limits for skin products). 
Textile & paper industries: as softeners, antistatic agents, emulsifiers and conditioners in dyeing and finishing processes. 
Specialty uses: phase transfer catalyst, polymerization aid, and laboratory/analytical reagents in specific processes.

Grades, Packaging & Commercial Supply

Available actives: 44% / 45% / 50% / 80% aqueous solutions (custom blending available). 
Packaging: drums, IBCs and bulk shipments for large orders.
Supply capability: stable export supply (documented customer base across North America, Europe, Australia, S-America, SE-Asia) and capacity from multi-source manufacturing partners.

Safety, Handling & Regulatory Notes

BKC has low acute toxicity at typical dilution levels and no cumulative toxicity indicated in commercial use, but appropriate PPE is required for handling concentrated solutions. Avoid discharge to uncontrolled environments; follow local regulations for disposal and use. For applications on skin or medicinal products, comply with local pharmacopeia and regulatory limits.

Why buy from Greenchem International?

• Flexible MOQ & fast samples: sample available. 

• Competitive global supply: experienced exporter with stable inventories and multi-manufacturer partnerships. 

• Technical & compliance support: formulation advice for disinfectants, wipes, water treatment dosing guidance.

Ordering & Inquiry

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