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Barquat MX 50 80 is used for hard surface disinfectants & sanitizers.
Barquat MX 50 80 is used in industrial water treatment formulations.
Barquat MX 50 80 is used broad-spectrum antimicrobial effectiveness: against bacteria, fungi, some viruses, algae.
CAS Number: 68424-85-1
EC Number:270-325-2
Molecular formula: A blend, variable (due to mixture of alkyl chain lengths), but for the common “C12-C16 alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride” active: a representative formula is C₁₇H₃₀ClN.
Molecular weight (approximate): ~ 283.88 g/mol for the C₁₂-C₁₆ mixture active (80% formulation) substance
SYNONYMS:
Benzalkonium chloride, BAC, BKC, ADBAC (Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride), Benzyldimethyl(mixed alkyl)ammonium chloride, Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chlorides, C12-C16 Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (when describing the alkyl chain range)
Barquat MX 50 80 is a trade name for blends of alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides.
Barquat MX 50 80 is part of the quaternary ammonium compound (quat) family, commonly used as disinfectants, sanitizers, biocides, etc.
In regulatory and commercial documents, Barquat MX 50 80 is used as an active ingredient in formulations for hard surface disinfection, sanitization, and industrial water treatment.
According to US EPA records, Barquat MX 50 80 (and MX-80) were listed as registered pesticide/biocide ingredients, though the registration status has “inactive / canceled” for MX-50.
Barquat MX 50 80 is part of the Barquat brand line of quaternary ammonium compounds (often called “quats”) used as antimicrobials/disinfectants / sanitizers.
Barquat MX 50 80 is a concentrated active ingredient, intended to be formulated into final disinfectant products (i.e. they are “formulation intermediates”) rather than sold for direct consumer use.
USES and APPLICATIONS of BARQUAT MX 50 80:
Industrial Water Systems: Barquat MX 50 80 is used in cooling towers, heat exchangers, and HVAC systems to prevent microbial growth and biofilm formation.
Oil & Gas Industry: Barquat MX 50 80 controls microbial contamination in pipelines, storage tanks, and injection water.
Food & Beverage Industry: Barquat MX 50 80 sanitizes surfaces in production areas, including conveyor belts and CIP (Clean-In-Place) systems.
Textile & Leather Industry: Barquat MX 50 80 prevents microbial spoilage during processing and storage.
Paints & Coatings: Barquat MX 50 80 is added as an antimicrobial additive to prevent bacterial or fungal growth.
Swimming Pools & Spas: Barquat MX 50 80 controls algae and bacteria when used in controlled dosages.
Disinfectant and Sanitizer: Barquat MX 50 80 is used in various industrial and institutional settings for surface disinfection.
Algaecide: Barquat MX 50 80 is effective in controlling algae growth in water systems.
Antimicrobial Agent: Barquat MX 50 80 is utilized in formulations requiring bacteriostatic properties.
Industrial Water Treatment: Barquat MX 50 80 is utilized in various industrial processes to control microbial growth and maintain water quality.
Aquaculture: Barquat MX 50 80 is employed for controlling algae and preventing infectious diseases in fish and shellfish, reducing the need for harmful antibiotics.
Agriculture: Barquat MX 50 80 is used in horticulture for disinfecting surfaces and controlling mold, mildew, and algae on paths, roofs, and masonry.
Household Cleaning: Barquat MX 50 80 is incorporated into household cleaners for disinfecting and sanitizing surfaces.
Barquat MX 50 80 is used for hard surface disinfectants & sanitizers.
Barquat MX 50 80 is used in industrial water treatment formulations.
Barquat MX 50 80 is used broad-spectrum antimicrobial effectiveness: against bacteria, fungi, some viruses, algae.
BENEFITS / CHARACTERISTICS of BARQUAT MX 50 80:
Good germicidal / biocidal property.
Cationic surfactant: tends to bind to negatively charged surfaces / membranes — Barquat MX 50 80 helps disrupt microbial cell membranes.
Barquat MX 50 80 is generally soluble, relatively stable, effective in formulations even in presence of some organic matter (depending on concentration).
