- Chemical Name:Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
- CAS Number:68424-85-1
- Functions:Biocide, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent
- Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
- Certifications & Compliance:BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
- Synonyms:Benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethylammonium chlorides, C12-16-alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chlorides
Barquat® MB-80 Antimicrobial contains the active substance C12-C16 Alkyl dimethyl
benzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non-ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. This “first” generation quaternary ammonium compound has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses.