Benzalkonium Chloride
- INCI:
- Benzalkonium Chloride
- Also known as:
- BKC · Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride · ADBAC
Quaternary ammonium compound widely used as an active ingredient in disinfectant and sanitizing formulations for surfaces. It also provides cationic surfactant properties and an antistatic effect in the formula. Its use in disinfection is carried out in accordance with applicable health regulations.
Functions
Typical applications
- Surface disinfectants
- Sanitizing cleaners
- Livestock biosecurity
- Institutional laundry
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