Benzethonium Chloride
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Hyamine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
121-54-0
EC
204-479-9
Food Code
Benzethonium chloride is a white powder with formula C27H42ClNO2 and molecular weight 448.09 g/mol. Density 0.99 g/cm³, melting point 162-164°C, soluble in water and alcohol; quaternary ammonium antiseptic.
Benzethonium Chloride
Used in disinfectants for surfaces and hands; cosmetics as preservative; pharmaceuticals for antiseptics; in personal care for soaps; in veterinary for cleaning; in research for microbiology.
Irritant to eyes/skin; toxic if swallowed causing nausea. Avoid ingestion; stable. Use PPE; no major risks but ventilate to avoid vapors.
Packaged in 25kg plastic drums with secure lids; store in dry, ventilated areas per ChemicalBook MSDS.
