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Benzalkonium is a quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant that exhibits antimicrobial activity. Benzalkonium is clinically used as a disinfectant; it displays antibacterial activity by inducing dissociation of lipid membrane bilayer components and allowing cellular leakage. Benzalkonium is more active against gram positive bacteria but displays a wide spectrum of activity. This compound may also induce bronchoconstriction.
| Cas No. | 91080-29-4 |
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| Purity | ≥95% |
| IUPAC Name | benzyl-dodecyl-dimethylazanium;bromide |
| Appearance | Yellow waxy solid at room temp |
| Store Temp | Ambient |
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| Ship Temp | Ambient |
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| Info Sheet |
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Saito K, Hayakawa T, Kawabata R, et al. In vitro antibacterial and cytotoxicity assessments of an orthodontic bonding agent containing benzalkonium chloride. Angle Orthod. 2009 Mar;79(2):331-7. PMID: 19216609.
