Overview

BKC 50 (Benzalkonium Chloride 50%) is a cationic surfactant and disinfectant offering dual functionality as a microbial control agent and surface-active compound. It disrupts microbial cell membranes, providing rapid kill against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, fungi, and certain enveloped viruses. Widely used in water treatment, dairy sanitation, livestock hygiene, pharmaceutical preparations, and industrial cleaners, BKC 50 is stable in solution and effective over a wide pH range. Its detergent properties also enhance cleaning efficacy, while its non-staining, non-tainting nature makes it ideal for sensitive environments. BKC 50 functions as both a disinfectant and a surfactant, making it suitable for hard surface sanitization, water treatment, and emulsification systems. Its non-volatile, low-toxicity profile makes it a safe and economical choice for continuous use.

Benefits

• Broad-Spectrum Disinfectant – Kills bacteria, fungi, algae, and enveloped viruses

• Non-Corrosive Formula – Safe on metals, plastics, and rubber surfaces

• Effective in Hard Water – Maintains activity in varying water hardness levels

• Dual-Functionality – Acts as both biocide and surfactant/emulsifier

• Wide pH Stability – Remains effective from pH 4 to 10

• Cost-Efficient – Low dosage requirements with strong residual activity

Applications

• Water Treatment – Controls algae, biofilms, and bacteria in cooling towers and RO systems

• Livestock & Poultry Farms – Used for floor disinfection, equipment sanitation, and animal hygiene

• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Manufacturing – Sanitizes clean rooms, equipment, and packaging areas

• Dairy & Food Industry – Surface disinfectant for utensils, tanks, and processing machinery

• Industrial & Institutional Cleaning – Disinfects hospitals, schools, and public facilities

• Oilfield & Drilling Operations – Controls microbial growth in injection and produced water

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