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Benzalkonium

Also known as Benzalkonium ion, Benzalkonium cation, Youke an

CAS 47309-59-1Formula C22H40N+Molar mass 318.57 g/mol
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Benzalkonium chemical structure, C22H40N+, CAS 47309-59-1
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
47309-59-1
Formula
C22H40N+
Molar mass
318.57 g/mol
HS code
292390
Category
Cationic surfactants

What is Benzalkonium?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

BENZALKONIUM is an aromatic amine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
benzyl-dimethyl-tridecylazanium
CAS number
47309-59-1
Molecular formula
C22H40N+
InChIKey
VVZBFOKBSDGVGZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C22H40N/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-17-20-23(2,3)21-22-18-15-14-16-19-22/h14-16,18-19H,4-13,17,20-21H2,1-3H3/q+1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms

  • Benzalkonium ion
  • Benzalkonium cation
  • Youke an
  • ShieldForce AFS
  • Keratex KHW
  • UN Card sanitizer
  • ShieldForce AFS Gel
  • LOVE CARD
  • Biosilk Hand and Body Lotion
  • Benzalkonium Chloride Disinfectant Spray
  • benzyl-dimethyl-tridecylazanium
  • Benzyldimethyltridecylammonium
  • N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethyltridecan-1-aminium
  • DivK1c_000825

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
318.57 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
318.3155 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.73calc.
Formal charge
1calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Benzalkonium is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Benzalkonium is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Benzalkonium, based on the data on this page

What is Benzalkonium?

BENZALKONIUM is an aromatic amine.

What is the CAS number of Benzalkonium?

The CAS registry number of Benzalkonium is 47309-59-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzalkonium?

The molecular formula of Benzalkonium is C22H40N+ and its molar mass is 318.57 g/mol.

What is Benzalkonium used for?

Known uses and roles of Benzalkonium include surfactants in home care and cleaning.

Is Benzalkonium hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Benzalkonium is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Benzalkonium?

Benzalkonium is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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