Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC 50%)
Description: Benzalkonium chloride is the most widely used preservative in ophthalmology. It is a quaternary ammonium compound that acts as an antimicrobial agent by denaturing proteins and disrupting cytoplasmic membranes.
Benzalkonium chloride is used as a biocide, a cationic surfactant, and as a phase transfer agent. It has pharmaceutical and medical uses as an antiseptic, often applied topically prior to surgical procedures or to minor wounds to reduce risks of infection.
- Antimicrobial : Helps slowing the growth of micro-organisms on the skin and counteracts the development of microbes
- Anti-static : Reduces static electricity by neutralizing electrical charge on a surface
- Deodorant : Reduces or masks unpleasant body odors
- Preservative : Inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
- Surfactant-dispersing : Help distribute an insoluble solid in a liquid phase. Suspensions or dispersion of liquids in a second liquid are generally called emulsions.
Use: Can be used in concentrations of 0.5–2% for hair conditioner, 0.13% for antiseptics, and 0.1% (wt/vol) for disinfectants.
Application: Used in the formulation of shampoos, personal cleanliness products, skin cleansers, wet wipes and skin care and eye makeup preparations
INCI: Benzalkonium Chloride
Always test formulations. This product is intended for external use only.
This product is a cosmetic raw material and is intended for external use only in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is not intended for internal consumption or medicinal use.
- Do not ingest.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes.
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