Benzalkonium Chloride : Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC) is primarily used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent, and secondarily used as a surfactant. It works by killing microorganisms and inhibiting their future growth, and for this reason frequently appears as an ingredient in antibacterial hand wipes, antiseptic creams and anti-itch ointments
# | PROPERTY | SPECIFICATION |
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1 | Appearance | Clear syrupy liquid |
2 | Colour | Colourless to pale yellow |
3 | Odour | Aromatic |
4 | pH (10 % Sol.) | 6.0 – 8.50 |
5 | Specific gravity at 25±2oC | 0.95 – 1.000 |
6 | Solubility in water | Soluble |
7 | Active content (w/w) | 80 ± 1 % |
8 | Free amine | Max. 1 % |