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Benzethonium

Also known as Benzethonium ion, Benzethonium cation, Benzothonium

CAS 10172-60-8Formula C27H42NO2+Molar mass 412.64 g/molEC 684-540-8
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive 5 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Benzethonium chemical structure, C27H42NO2+, CAS 10172-60-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
10172-60-8
Formula
C27H42NO2+
Molar mass
412.64 g/mol
EC number
684-540-8
HS code
292390
Category
Pharmaceuticals and APIs

What is Benzethonium?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dimethyl-(phenylmethyl)-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]ammonium is an alkylbenzene.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
benzyl-dimethyl-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]azanium
CAS number
10172-60-8 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 121-54-0, 498-77-1
EC number
684-540-8
Molecular formula
C27H42NO2+
UNII
1VU15B70BP
InChIKey
SIYLLGKDQZGJHK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C27H42NO2/c1-26(2,3)22-27(4,5)24-13-15-25(16-14-24)30-20-19-29-18-17-28(6,7)21-23-11-9-8-10-12-23/h8-16H,17-22H2,1-7H3/q+1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(C)(C)CC(C)(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)OCCOCC[N+](C)(C)CC2=CC=CC=C2

Synonyms

  • Benzethonium ion
  • Benzethonium cation
  • Benzothonium
  • Benzyldimethyl(2-(2-(p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)ammonium
  • Ammonium, benzyldimethyl(2-(2-(p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)-
  • Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(2-(2-(4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)
  • benzyl-dimethyl-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]azanium
  • PuriClens
  • Formula Magic
  • Puri Clens
  • Magic, Formula
  • benzyl-dimethyl-(2-(2-(4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)azanium
  • benzyldimethyl(2-(2-(4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)azanium
  • Solamin
  • benzethonium hydrochloride
  • benzyl-dimethyl-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]ammonium
  • BztCl
  • DivK1c_000775
  • dimethyl-(phenylmethyl)-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]ammonium
  • N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethyl-2-{2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy}ethan-1-aminium
  • Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(2-(2-(4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
412.64 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
412.321 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.07calc.
Topological polar surface area
18.46 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
30calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.56calc.
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, c1ccc(CNCCOCCOc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(CNCCOCCOc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 20 atoms.

24 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive

Hazard statements

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements (12)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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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Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local

Regulatory status

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Health and food

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Benzethonium 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 Benzethonium is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Benzethonium?

Dimethyl-(phenylmethyl)-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]ammonium is an alkylbenzene.

What is the CAS number of Benzethonium?

The CAS registry number of Benzethonium is 10172-60-8. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 121-54-0, 498-77-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzethonium?

The molecular formula of Benzethonium is C27H42NO2+ and its molar mass is 412.64 g/mol.

What is Benzethonium used for?

Known uses and roles of Benzethonium include disinfectants in home care and cleaning and anti-infective agents, local.

Is Benzethonium hazardous?

Benzethonium carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes severe skin burns and eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Benzethonium?

Benzethonium 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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