Solutions Guide
Benzalkonium Chloride 50% — Specifications, SDS, COA & Regulatory Status
This page summarises the technical specifications, GHS classification and global regulatory status of Benzalkonium Chloride 50% (BKC 50%, CAS 8001-54-5). Batch COA, GHS-compliant SDS, TDS, GMP and Halal certificates are supplied with every order.
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Typical specifications
Active matter 50 ± 1%; appearance clear to slightly viscous pale-yellow liquid; pH 6.0–8.0 (10% aqueous, 25 °C); specific gravity 0.96–1.00 at 25 °C; colour ≤ 50 APHA; free amine ≤ 1.5%; alkyl distribution C12/C14/C16 = 40–50% / 30–40% / 10–20%; heavy metals ≤ 10 ppm; flash point > 100 °C; shelf life 24 months in sealed HDPE drums.
GHS safety and regulatory status
GHS: GHS05 (corrosive), GHS07 (irritant), GHS09 (aquatic). Hazards H302, H314, H318, H400, H410; signal word Danger. Regulatory: US EPA antimicrobial PC Code 069105 (List N formulations); FDA 21 CFR 178.1010 for no-rinse food contact ≤ 200 ppm; EU BPR PT1/PT2/PT3/PT4; monographs in USP, NF, BP, EP, IP, JP. Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 + GMP + Halal.
Frequently asked questions
Is BKC 50% approved for food-contact surfaces?+
Yes — as a no-rinse food-contact sanitiser under FDA 21 CFR 178.1010 at up to 200 ppm active quat. Do not exceed 200 ppm for no-rinse food contact.
What is the pH and specific gravity of BKC 50%?+
pH is 6.0–8.0 (10% aqueous solution at 25 °C) and specific gravity is 0.96–1.00 at 25 °C.
Do you provide SDS, COA and pharmacopoeia documentation?+
Yes. Every order includes a batch COA, GHS-compliant SDS and TDS. USP/BP/EP/IP-grade documentation and GMP/Halal certificates are available on request.