Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- BKC
- ADBAC
- BAC
- Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Benzalkonium chloride supplier for disinfectant, cleaning, personal-care and water-treatment formulators in Malaysia. Also called BKC, BAC, ADBAC and alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, this quaternary ammonium compound acts as a cationic surfactant and antimicrobial active in industrial and hygiene products.
Commercial material is supplied as aqueous solutions. The most common industrial grades are about 50% and 80% active content, with lower-strength solutions used where a recipe already specifies a dilute active. Colour ranges from colourless to pale yellow, and the liquid is soluble in water, alcohol and acetone.
Cleaning and hygiene manufacturers use BKC in hard-surface disinfectants, institutional sanitisers and related cleaners. Personal-care formulators select suitable grades as preservatives or antimicrobial aids, while water-treatment programmes may use it as a biocide or algaecide component.
Send the required concentration or grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 8001-54-5
- Grade
- industrial
- Appearance
- colourless to pale yellow clear liquid
Benzalkonium Chloride grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BKC 50% solution | aqueous solution | about 50% active matter | Standard industrial concentrate for hard-surface disinfectants, sanitisers, institutional cleaners and general biocide blends. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| BKC 80% solution | aqueous solution | about 80% active matter | Higher-active concentrate for formulators who dilute to finished product strength or need a compact active load in the recipe. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Lower-strength BKC solution | aqueous solution | strength confirmed against the enquiry | Ready-to-use or intermediate dilutions for hygiene, wipe and personal-care systems where a lower active content is specified. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy benzalkonium chloride from ChemTrade
Request a quote for benzalkonium chloride
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | colourless to pale yellow clear liquid | — |
| Solubility | soluble in water, alcohol and acetone | — |
| Chemical type | quaternary ammonium compound (ADBAC / alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride) | — |
| Active content | common commercial grades around 50% and 80%; confirm the required assay | — |
Benzalkonium Chloride applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- corrosive, irritant
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials. Handle concentrated solutions with suitable protective equipment and avoid contact with eyes and skin. Follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about benzalkonium chloride
What are BKC, BAC and ADBAC?
BKC, BAC and ADBAC are common trade abbreviations for benzalkonium chloride, also written as alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride. They name the same quaternary ammonium active. State the required solution strength and any assay limit in the enquiry, because commercial grades differ mainly by active content.
Which benzalkonium chloride concentration should I request?
Industrial buyers most often request 50% or 80% aqueous solutions. The 50% grade is a common concentrate for disinfectant and cleaner blends, while 80% suits formulators who need a higher active load before dilution. If your recipe specifies another strength, send that assay so the quotation can match it.
Is benzalkonium chloride used in cleaning and water treatment?
Yes. It is widely used as a biocide and cationic surfactant in hard-surface disinfectants, institutional sanitisers and hygiene cleaners, and as a biocide or algaecide component in selected industrial water programmes. Suitability depends on the system, dose rate and required specification.
Can BKC be used in personal-care formulations?
Suitable grades are used as preservatives or antimicrobial aids in shampoos, lotions, wet wipes and related products. The correct grade, use level and documentation depend on the finished product, so describe the application and any specification limits when you enquire.
What details are needed for a benzalkonium chloride price enquiry?
Provide the concentration or grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention preferred packing and any product documents you need so the quotation can cover the full requirement.
What packing and documentation can be requested?
List the preferred pack format and required documents in the enquiry. Available packing, documentation and commercial terms are confirmed for the quoted grade with the offer.