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Benzethonium chloride (C27H42ClNO2)
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Benzethonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent in pharmaceuticals, disinfectants, and personal care products. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 448.08 g/mol, identified by CAS number 121-54-0. It is stable at ambient temperatures and classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Benzethonium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Melting Point | 158 - 163℃ |
| Purity (HPLC) | 97.0 - 103.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.1% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
| pH (1% w/v in water) | 5.0 - 6.5 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless crystals |
| Odour | Mild odor |
| Melting Point | 160-165 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5101 |
Source: PubChem CID 8478 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20130413 |
| CAS Number | 121-54-0 |
| IUPAC Name | benzyl-dimethyl-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]azanium chloride |
| EC Number | 204-479-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C27H42ClNO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 448.08 |
| Exact Mass | 447.2904 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)CC(C)(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)OCCOCC[N+](C)(C)CC2=CC=CC=C2.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | UREZNYTWGJKWBI-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C27H42NO2.ClH/c1-26(2,3)22-27(4,5)24-13-15-25(16-14-24)30-20-19-29-18-17-28(6,7)21-23-11-9-8-10-12-23;/h8-16H,17-22H2,1-7H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 8478 |
| UN Number | UN2923 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29239001 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- benzethonium chloride
- Diapp
- Disilyn
- Hyamine
- Inactisol
- Kylacol
- Phemeride
- Phemerol Chloride
- Phemithyn
- Quatrachlor
Frequently asked questions
What is benzethonium chloride used for?
Benzethonium chloride is primarily used as a disinfectant and antiseptic in pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and industrial cleaning formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of benzethonium chloride?
The chemical formula is C27H42ClNO2, and the molecular weight is 448.08 g/mol.
How should benzethonium chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of benzethonium chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies benzethonium chloride in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply benzethonium chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply benzethonium chloride in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a benzethonium chloride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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