Benzalkonium Chloride BKC Surfactant
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Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC)

High-purity cationic surfactant with excellent antimicrobial properties. Benzalkonium Chloride provides superior biocidal activity, surface tension reduction, and conditioning effects for disinfectants, preservatives, and industrial applications.

  • Cationic Surfactant
  • Excellent Antimicrobial Activity
  • Superior Biocidal Properties
  • Disinfectant Grade
  • Preservative Applications
  • Industrial Grade Quality
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Benzalkonium Chloride
CAS Number: 8001-54-5
EINECS Number: 264-151-6
Active Matter Content: 50% / 80%
Physical State: Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density (20°C): 0.98-1.02 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 354-368 g/mol
pH (10% solution): 6.0-8.0
Antimicrobial Activity: Broad spectrum bactericide
Minimum Inhibitory Concentration: 0.01-0.1% against bacteria
Surface Tension: 35-40 mN/m (0.1% solution)
Critical Micelle Concentration: 0.1-0.5%
Stability Range: pH 4-10, temp 5-40°C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcohol
Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage
Packaging Options: 25kg, 200kg drums, IBC tanks

Applications

Disinfectants
Surface Sanitizers
Hand Sanitizers
Hospital Grade Cleaners
Pool & Spa Treatment
Food Service Sanitizers
Ophthalmic Solutions
Industrial Biocides
Household Cleaners
Baby Product Preservatives
Agricultural Disinfectants
Automotive Sanitizers

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Benzalkonium Chloride grades tailored for specific antimicrobial applications, ensuring optimal disinfection performance and regulatory compliance across healthcare, food service, and industrial sectors.

Pharmaceutical Grade
Active Matter: 50% USP Purity: >99.5% Endotoxin: <0.5 EU/ml Application: Ophthalmic, nasal solutions
Food Grade
Active Matter: 50% FDA approved Heavy Metals: <10 ppm Residual Amines: <0.1% Application: Food contact sanitizers
Industrial Grade
Active Matter: 80% concentrated Antimicrobial Efficacy: >99.9% Stability: Enhanced formulation Application: Industrial biocides
Consumer Grade
Active Matter: 50% dilute ready Skin Compatibility: Enhanced Fragrance: Optional addition Application: Household products

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Benzalkonium Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international antimicrobial standards including USP, FDA, WHO, and industry-specific specifications for consistent efficacy.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
USP/FDA Standards Compliance
50%/80% Active Matter Content
Advanced Antimicrobial Testing
Broad Spectrum Efficacy
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Benzalkonium Chloride exhibits exceptional quaternary ammonium surfactant properties essential for antimicrobial applications. Its broad-spectrum efficacy, excellent surface activity, and substantivity make it ideal for disinfection and sanitization formulations.

Antimicrobial Properties
Antimicrobial Spectrum: Broad spectrum activity
Efficacy Time: Rapid kill kinetics
Residual Activity: Extended protection
Resistance Profile: Low resistance development
Physical Properties
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 60°C
Water Solubility: Freely soluble
pH Stability: Stable pH 4-10
Color Stability: Excellent stability
Surfactant Performance
Surface Activity: Good wetting properties
Foam Generation: Moderate foaming
Substantivity: High surface binding
Compatibility: Compatible with most systems
Quality Specifications
Active Matter: ≥ 95% guaranteed
Free Amines: ≤ 1.0%
Water Content: ≤ 2.0%
Color (APHA): ≤ 50

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Benzalkonium Chloride superiority in antimicrobial applications with exceptional kill efficacy, rapid action, and outstanding stability across diverse environmental conditions.

Antimicrobial Efficacy

Kill rate: >99.9% in 30 seconds

Rapid antimicrobial action
Virucidal Activity

Efficacy: Enveloped virus inactivation

Broad spectrum virucidal
Contact Time

Action time: 30 seconds to 2 minutes

Fast-acting formulation
Temperature Performance

Operating range: 5-60°C

Wide temperature range
pH Tolerance

pH range: 4-10 operational

Broad pH compatibility
Residual Protection

Duration: Extended antimicrobial effect

Long-lasting protection

Safety Information

Antimicrobial agent that may cause skin and eye irritation. Use appropriate protective equipment including gloves and safety goggles. Ensure adequate ventilation during use and avoid inhalation of spray mists. Follow proper dilution guidelines for safe application.

Mild Irritant
Eye Irritation
Skin Irritation

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry area away from incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from direct sunlight. Use appropriate protective equipment during handling and ensure proper ventilation.

Cool storage (15-30°C)
Protect from sunlight
Keep dry
Sealed containers

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Benzalkonium Chloride exhibits potent quaternary ammonium surfactant mechanisms through cationic charge interactions and variable alkyl chain lengths, enabling broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, surface disinfection, and preservation effectiveness.

Membrane Disruption

Quaternary ammonium groups destabilize microbial cell membranes

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial action through cell wall damage
Surface Interaction

Cationic charge provides strong affinity for negatively charged surfaces

Persistent antimicrobial film formation
Protein Denaturation

Quaternary structure disrupts essential microbial proteins

Multiple antimicrobial mechanisms for resistance prevention
Preservation Activity

Long-lasting antimicrobial protection through surface retention

Extended preservation effectiveness

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global market access with complete documentation packages supporting international biocide regulations and antimicrobial safety standards.

Biocide Regulation

EU Biocidal Products Regulation compliance for antimicrobial applications

EPA Registration

US EPA antimicrobial pesticide registration and approval

Safety Assessment

Comprehensive toxicological data for safe use applications

Global Approvals

International antimicrobial regulatory compliance and market access

Technical Documentation

Comprehensive antimicrobial efficacy data and application guides

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's antimicrobial application team provides comprehensive formulation support, efficacy optimization, and technical services to maximize Benzalkonium Chloride effectiveness in your specific disinfection applications.

Formulation Development
  • Antimicrobial system optimization
  • Efficacy enhancement guidance
  • Compatibility testing support
  • Custom formulation development
Technical Services
  • Antimicrobial efficacy testing
  • Stability evaluation
  • Minimum inhibitory concentration testing
  • Performance validation
Application Support
  • Process optimization consultation
  • Formulation troubleshooting
  • Best practices training
  • Technical problem solving
Supply Solutions
  • Reliable delivery scheduling
  • Technical inventory management
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Global distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Benzalkonium Chloride production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable manufacturing practices, controlled biodegradation, and comprehensive environmental impact management.

Biodegradation Profile

Controlled biodegradation with environmental fate assessment

Aquatic Safety

Environmental risk assessment for aquatic systems

Responsible Manufacturing

Controlled synthesis with emission management

Waste Management

Proper disposal guidance and waste minimization

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Sustainability Metrics

Life cycle assessment and carbon footprint optimization

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized antimicrobial manufacturing facility employs precision synthesis technology and comprehensive quality control systems to ensure consistent Benzalkonium Chloride performance across all production batches.

Synthesis Process

Controlled quaternization in specialized reactor systems

Precise alkyl chain distribution control
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical protocol including antimicrobial efficacy and purity analysis

Advanced antimicrobial characterization techniques
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with biocide industry expertise

Continuous improvement and efficacy validation
Packaging Control

Specialized containers with controlled atmosphere packaging

Stability protection and contamination prevention

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive antimicrobial application data demonstrating Benzalkonium Chloride effectiveness across diverse disinfection applications with quantified performance metrics and efficacy validations.

Healthcare Disinfection
Antimicrobial Efficacy: 99.9%+ pathogen reduction Contact Time: Rapid action within 30 seconds Spectrum: Broad-spectrum bacterial and viral activity
Consumer Products
Preservation: Extended shelf life protection Safety: Suitable for consumer applications Stability: Consistent performance profile
Industrial Applications
Performance: Consistent antimicrobial activity Compatibility: Broad formulation tolerance Innovation: Custom grade development

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Efficacy

Consistently exceeds industry specifications with exceptional antimicrobial effectiveness and broad-spectrum activity

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and specialized antimicrobial production scheduling

Technical Expertise

Dedicated antimicrobial chemistry team provides formulation development and efficacy optimization support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with detailed antimicrobial efficacy data and application validation

Global Standards

International compliance with biocide industry standards for worldwide market acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with antimicrobial formulators and custom biocide development services