Benzethonium Chloride
Benzethonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt cationic surfactant.
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Benzethonium Chloride 99% CAS 121-54-0 Cosmetic Preservative Antibacterial Raw Material
Benzethonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt cationic surfactant.
It serves as a broad-spectrum bactericide and preservative for cosmetic uses.
It can inhibit bacteria, fungi and some enveloped viruses effectively.
It is widely used in personal care, disinfection and cosmetic raw materials.
Purity: ≥99% (HPLC).
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Odor: Slight aromatic odor
- CAS No.: 121-54-0
- Molecular formula: C₂₇H₄₂ClNO₂
- Molecular weight: 448.08
- Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol and acetone
- Stability: Stable under neutral and weak alkaline conditions
- Avoid mixing with anionic surfactants, which will reduce efficacy.
Application
- Cosmetics: Preservative for lotion, cream, shampoo and wet wipes.
- Personal care: Antiseptic hand wash and antibacterial skin care products.
- Disinfection: Surface disinfectant for household and medical auxiliary use.
- Other fields: Biocide in textile and water treatment formulations.
Recommended Dosage
- Cosmetic formula: 0.01% – 0.1% of total weight.
- Higher concentration is available for disinfectant products.
- Do not combine with anionic ingredients directly.
Product Advantages
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial effect against bacteria and fungi.
- Good water solubility, easy to add into aqueous systems.
- Long-lasting antibacterial performance with low dosage.
- Stable quality, COA, MSDS and TDS documents can be supplied.
- Meets cosmetic raw material specifications.
Storage
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry and well-ventilated warehouse.
Keep away from strong oxidants and direct sunlight.
Shelf life: 24 months under proper storage.
About Us
Founded in 2008, Taima Monomer Flavor Co., Ltd. is one of China’s leading manufacturers specializing in heterocyclic synthetic flavors.
To support sustained and accelerated growth, the company established a manufacturing facility in 2015 within the Taima Food Industrial Park in Xi’an. The site covers approximately 66,600 square meters, with cumulative total investment reaching RMB 150 million. The facility currently operates four standardized production workshops equipped with over 300 sets of production equipment.
Mature production processes, well-maintained equipment, and advanced testing instruments ensure consistent product quality and on-time delivery. A dedicated technical team, centered on five specialists, has been established to support the R&D of novel, distinctive, and premium products tailored to specific customer requirements and emerging market demands.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Benzethonium Chloride |
| Category | Nutrition Supplements |
| Grade | Food / Flavor Grade |
| Packaging | 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg drum |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Documentation | COA, TDS, MSDS supplied with each shipment |
| Origin | China |
Why Choose Taima Bio
Taima Bio supplies specialty ingredients with defined chemical specifications, full documentation (COA, TDS, MSDS), and reliable international supply. Our products serve food, beverage, confectionery, and flavor formulation customers worldwide, with flexible quantities from laboratory evaluation to commercial-scale packaging.