SEQUESTON Polymer 700
GENERAL
Chemical Name Benzalkonium chloride; alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride
CAS No. 61789-71-7
Appearance Colourless to pale yellow liquid
DESCRIPTION
BAC- 50 is a rapid acting biocide for protection against algae, yeast, bacterial and
fungal growth in the wet state. It displays high degree of biodegradability.
SPECIFICATIONS
PROPERTIES LIMITS
Active Content (%): 48 – 52
pH, (1% solution): 6.0 – 8.0
Specific Gravity at 25°C : 0.96-.99
Total Amine Value (mg KOH/gm) : 1.5 max
Alkyl Distribution : Chiefly C12 / C14
Solubility: Soluble in water and glycols
APPLICATIONS
It is a biocide, miscible in water. It can be used to control the growth of
microorganisms in emulsion paints, coatings, pulp and paper, leather processing, aquaculture
and other water treatment formulations.