Benzalkonium chloride
Also known as: Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, ADBAC, Benzalkonium (C8-C16) chloride, N-Alkyl (C8-C18)-N-benzyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride, Benzyldimethylalkylammonium chloride, Roccal, Zephiran chloride, Benzalkonium chloride solution, Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C8-18-alkyldimethyl, chlorides, Benzyl-C8-18-alkyldimethylammonium chlorides, N-benzyl-N,N-dimethyldecan-1-aminium chloride, Benzenemethanaminium, N-decyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride
Benzalkonium chloride (CAS 63449-41-2) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H30ClN and a molecular weight of 283.88 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -5ºC, a boiling point of 100ºC, a density of 0.989 g/cm3 and a flash point of >100ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 63449-41-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1110589-5
- Molecular Formula
- C17H30ClN
- Molecular Weight
- 283.88 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -5ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 100ºC |
| Density | 0.989 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | >100ºC |
| Exact Mass | 311.237976 |
| LogP | 7.37600 |
| Additional Property | Miscible with water, methanol and acetone. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzalkonium chloride?
The CAS number of Benzalkonium chloride is 63449-41-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzalkonium chloride?
Benzalkonium chloride has molecular formula C17H30ClN and molecular weight 283.88 g/mol.
Is Benzalkonium chloride hazardous?
Benzalkonium chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life.
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