1051500
USP
Benzethonium chloride
United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym(s):
(Diisobutylphenoxyethoxyethyl)dimethylbenzylammonium chloride, Phemerol chloride
About This Item
grade
pharmaceutical primary standard
API family
benzethonium chloride
form
powder
manufacturer/tradename
USP
mp
162-164 °C (lit.)
application(s)
pharmaceutical (small molecule)
format
neat
SMILES string
[Cl-].CC(C)(C)CC(C)(C)c1ccc(OCCOCC[N+](C)(C)Cc2ccccc2)cc1
InChI
1S/C27H42NO2.ClH/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;1H/q+1;/p-1
InChI key
UREZNYTWGJKWBI-UHFFFAOYSA-M
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General description
Benzethonium chloride, a quaternary ammonium compound, is widely utilized in microbiology for its antimicrobial properties. It serves as a preservative and disinfectant in pharmaceutical formulations, aiding in the inhibition of bacterial growth. Its use is primarily focused on maintaining sterility in products and environments where contamination control is critical. The compound ensures that pharmaceutical and biological products meet stringent quality standards, offering safety in both clinical and commercial settings.
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.
Application
- Benzethonium Chloride Topical Solution
- Methylbenzethonium Chloride
Analysis Note
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Danger
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Acute Tox. 3 Oral - Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 1 - Eye Dam. 1 - Skin Corr. 1B
Storage Class Code
6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK
WGK 2
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