Benzethonium chloride
USP/1051500 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: (Diisobutylphenoxyethoxyethyl)
CAS Number: 121-54-0
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C27H42ClNO2
Molecular Weight: 448.08
MDL Number: MFCD00011742
Linear Formula: C27H42ClNO2
Product Type: Chemical
| API family | benzethonium chloride |
| application(s) | USP Biologics pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
| form | powder |
| format | neat |
| grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
| InChI | 1S/C27H42NO2.ClH/c1-26(2, |
| InChI key | UREZNYTWGJKWBI-UHFFFAOYSA |
| manufacturer/tradename | USP |
| mp | 162-164 °C (lit.) |
| SMILES string | [Cl-].CC(C)(C)CC(C)(C)c1c |
| Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
| Application: | Benzethonium chloride USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as: • Benzethonium Chloride Topical Solution • Methylbenzethonium Chloride |
| 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. |
| General description: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Ph |
| Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
| Other Notes: | This product is part of USP Biologics Program. |
| Other Notes: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Ph |
| Symbol | ![]() ![]() GHS05,GHS06,GHS09 |
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statements | H301 - H314 - H410 |
| Precautionary statements | P260 - P273 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 |
| RIDADR | UN 2923 6.1(8) / PGIII |
| WGK Germany | WGK 2 |
| mp | 162-164 °C (lit.) |
| UNSPSC | 41116107 |



