2024-08-27
Where is Benzalkonium Chloride used?
Benzalkonium chlorides are a quaternary ammonium compound with two alkyl groups attached to a nitrogen atom. This makes it a cationic surfactant. Cationic surfactants are compounds that attract and hold negatively charged particles, such as bacteria, onto surfaces. They are commonly used in personal care products because they help prevent bacterial growth.This QAC-based formulation is effectively active against harmful viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi, and other cationic surfactants. It has an important role in preventing the spread of pathogens.