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Benzethonium chloride (CAS 121-54-0)

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Alternate Names:
Phemerol chloride; Hyamine 1622; Phemerol chloride
Application:
Benzethonium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant
CAS Number:
121-54-0
Purity:
≥97%
Molecular Weight:
448.08
Molecular Formula:
C27H42NO2•Cl
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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Benzethonium chloride is a white, crystalline powder highly soluble in water, but insoluble in organic solvents. This compound is recognized for its antiseptic properties, thus is frequently used as a preservative and disinfectant. In the realm of scientific experiments, benzethonium chloride finds diverse applications such as a detergent, antiseptic, disinfectant, and preservative. It is used for preparing laboratory apparatus, serving as a sterilizing agent. Benzethonium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant and anti-infective agent.


Benzethonium chloride (CAS 121-54-0) References

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Benzethonium chloride, 100 g

sc-239299
100 g
$53.00

Benzethonium chloride, 250 g

sc-239299A
250 g
$105.00