Antimicrobials

Independent reference data for Antimicrobials (CAS 1641-93-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Benzalkonium ChlorideUsed to preserve cosmetics, mouthwashes, and skin cleansers and to cold sterilize medical and dental instruments; also used in agricultural, textile, and metallurgical processes; [Marks, p. 265-267] Quarternary ammonium compounds are also used as algaecides/slimicides (swimming pools, industrial water reservoirs, and farm ponds), antiseptics for cleaning wounds, antistatic agents for textiles, softeners for paper products, and pigment dispersers; [IPCS-PIMs]

Synonyms and trade names

pentonium; Alpagelle; Zephiran; Benzalkonii chloridum; Cloruro de benzalconio; Chlorure de benzalkonium; NSC-758480; CHEBI:3020; Fundamentals; Greenberry; Prosanitize; Shieldplex; Viraxshield; Aquacil; Because; CaseysLavender

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	As a processing aid for lettuce and carrot products Scientific procedures Marvel Technologies USA, LLC At the notifier's request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF) CIR / INCI: Cosmetics ingredient -> Other (Specify); Preservative/Stabilizer CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Benzalkonium Chloride) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H301 (24.5%), H302 (69.4%), H311 (17.8%), H312 (71%), H314 (99.4%), H318 (55.7%), H330 (11.5%), H332 (44.6%)

H301 (24.5%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

H302 (69.4%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

What the public record says

Advantages · CAS 1641-93-6 · C22H40ClN. Melting Point: 241.02 °C; Melting Point: 29-34 °C; Density: 0.9429 g/cu cm at 25 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.