Description
BKC USP 80 stands for Benzalkonium Chloride 80%, a high-performance, quaternary ammonium-based cationic surfactant and biocide.
Engineered for excellence, Genome Specialities Fzc supplies premium-grade BKC 80 widely utilized across water treatment, oil & gas, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and industrial cleaning sectors.
Our formulation delivers exceptional antimicrobial efficacy, outstanding surface activity, and reliable stability across diverse industrial applications.
Key Benefits & Performance Properties of Genome Specialities Fzc BKC USP 80 CAS No: 63449-41-2
- Superior Dispersing & Penetration: Formulated for rapid surface wetting and deep penetration of organic matrices.
- Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity: Highly effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, algae, fungi, and enveloped viruses.
- Hard Water Stability: Maintains robust biocidal activity even in hard water conditions.
- Eco-Friendly Profile: Offers low toxicity at user dilutions with zero bio-accumulation.
Additionally, BKC USP 80% reflects its chemical properties.
| Property | Description |
| Chemical name | Benzalkonium Chloride |
| Common name | BKC 80 |
| Chemical class | Quaternary ammonium compound |
| General formula | C₆H₅CH₂N(CH₃)₂RCl |
| Alkyl chain (R) | C₈–C₁₈ (mainly C₁₂–C₁₆) |
| CAS number | 8001-54-5 |
| Molecular weight | ~340–400 g/mol (varies with alkyl chain) |
| Active content | ~80% (balance: water / solvents) |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Odor | Mild, characteristic |
| Solubility in water | Completely soluble |
| Solubility in solvents | Soluble in alcohols; insoluble in non-polar solvents |
| pH (10% solution) | ~6.0–8.0 |
| Ionic nature | Cationic surfactant |
| Density (25 °C) | ~0.95–1.00 g/cm³ |
| Melting point | Not sharply defined (mixture) |
| Boiling point | Decomposes before boiling |
| Surface activity | Strong surfactant and biocide |
| Chemical stability | Stable under normal conditions |
| Reactivity | Incompatible with anionic surfactants, strong oxidizers |
| Corrosivity | Non-corrosive to most materials at use levels |
Additionally, Genome Specialiteis Properties of BKC USP 80.
- Moreover, it exhibits excellent dispersing and penetrating ability.
- Additionally, it is effective against bacteria, algae, fungi, and enveloped viruses.
- Stable in hard water and low toxicity with no accumulation
Industrial Applications of GENOME SPECIALITIES FZC BKC USP 80%
Additionally, Genome Specialities provides bulk Benzalkonium Chloride USP 80% stocks in the UAE for use across industries.
- Industrial Water Treatment
Genome Specialities FZC supplies BKC 80 to eliminate microbial growth, mitigate biofilm formation, and control sludge buildup in industrial cooling towers, swimming pools, and wastewater systems.
- Oil & Gas Industry
However, it remains crucial for upstream and downstream operations. Additionally, Genome Specialities Fzc BKC 80 supports EOR, pipeline treatment, and corrosion inhibition against SRB.
- Textile & Fabric Processing
Acts as an advanced antiseptic, anti-mildew agent, and antistatic finishing treatment for both commercial textiles and high-performance technical fabrics.
- Pharmaceutical Formulations
Additionally, manufactured under strict quality controls, our high-purity Benzalkonium Chloride 80 acts as a preservative and antimicrobial in eye drops.
- Household, Institutional & Industrial (HI&I) Cleaning
A staple ingredient for high-tier surface disinfectants, sanitizers, and heavy-duty multipurpose cleaning formulations.
GRADES OF BKC USP 80%
To meet the precise demands of your industry, Benzalkonium Chloride 80% in three tailored grades are there:
Industrial Grade BKC 80:
Optimized for heavy-duty cooling towers, water treatment facilities, and oilfield applications.
Cosmetic Grade BKC 80:
Refined for use as a safe, effective preservative and anti-microbial agent in personal care products.
Pharmaceutical Grade BKC 80:
Additionally, it is produced to the highest purity standards for regulated medical, ophthalmic, and dental formulations.
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