METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

Synonym(s):N,N-Dimethyl-N-(2-[2-(methyl-4-[1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl]phenoxy)ethoxy]ethyl)benzylammonium chloride

CAS NO.：25155-18-4
Empirical Formula: C28H44ClNO2
Molecular Weight: 462.11
MDL number: MFCD00011820
EINECS: 246-675-7
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-01-15 13:03:24

What is METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE?

Chemical properties

Colorless crystals; odorless; bitter taste. Readily soluble in alcohol, hot benzene, “Cellosolve” [Union], chloroform, and water; insoluble in carbon tetrachloride and ether.

The Uses of METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

Anti-infective,topical.

The Uses of METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

Methylbenzethonium Chloride is an anti-leishmanial agent, in the treatment of leishmaniasis, a zoonotic infection affecting people in tropical regions.

Definition

A quaternary ammonium compound.

What are the applications of Application

Methylbenzethonium chloride is a chemical used to study stem cell death inducing small molecules as well as anti-leishmanial activity sciences

brand name

Delavan (Bayer); Diaparene (Sterling Winthrop).

Clinical Use

Benzyldimethyl[2-[2-[[4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)tolyl]oxy]ethoxy]ethyl]ammonium chloride (Diaparene) is amixture of methylated derivatives of methylbenzethoniumchloride. It is used specifically for the treatment of diaperrash in infants, caused by the yeast Candida albicans, whichproduces ammonia. The agent is also used as a general antiseptic.Its properties are virtually identical to those of benzethoniumchloride.

Properties of METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

Melting point:	161-163 °C
storage temp.	Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under inert atmosphere
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	Solid
color	White to Off-White
Merck	13,6051
Stability:	Hygroscopic
CAS DataBase Reference	25155-18-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Methylbenzethonium chloride (25155-18-4)

Safety information for METHYL BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H314:Skin corrosion/irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P303+P361+P353:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.