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Description

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.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	1641-93-6
PubChem CID	3014024
Molecular formula	C22H40ClN
IUPAC name	benzyl-dimethyl-tridecylazanium chloride

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	354.0
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	14
Exact Mass	353.2849280
Monoisotopic Mass	353.2849280
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	24
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	253

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	241.02 °C
Melting Point	29-34 °C
Density	0.9429 g/cu cm at 25 °C
Density	0.9884 @ 25°C

Physical description & handling notes

• White or yellowish-white, amorphous powder or gelatinous pieces; [HSDB]
• HYGROSCOPIC WHITE-TO-YELLOW POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• Clear yellow to straw-colored liquid
• White or yellowish-white, amorphous powder or gelatinous pieces
• Amine odor
• Very soluble in alcohol, acetone; slightly soluble in benzene; almost insoluble in ether

Regulatory Status

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%)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Benzalkonium Chloride
• Used 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]
• Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]
• Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]
• Sterilizing Equipment [Category: Clean]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Advantages?

CAS 1641-93-6; molecular formula C22H40ClN; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Advantages known by?

pentonium, Alpagelle, Zephiran, Benzalkonii chloridum, Cloruro de benzalconio, Chlorure de benzalkonium.

What is the regulatory status of Advantages?

Documented regulatory listings: As a processing aid for lettuce and carrot products; Scientific procedures; Marvel Technologies USA, LLC.

Is Advantages classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H301, H302, H311, H312, H314.

What are the key physical properties of Advantages?

Melting Point: 241.02 °C; Melting Point: 29-34 °C; Density: 0.9429 g/cu cm at 25 °C; Density: 0.9884 @ 25°C.

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