Description
Highlights—
BKC 0.5% w/w. quaternary ammonium antimicrobial — the active class used in surgical scrubs, pharmaceutical disinfection, and medical device sterilisation, deployed at institutional floor scale.
Occupied-space compatible. lime fragrance replaces chemical odour entirely — suitable for active hospital wards, school classrooms, and industrial food-prep areas without disrupting occupancy.
pH 8–10. near-neutral to mildly alkaline — compatible with a wider range of floor substrates than strongly alkaline alternatives and safe under repeated daily use.
No rinsing required. working solution deposits a thin antimicrobial film on the floor surface during air-drying, extending residual efficacy between mop passes.
NABH and JCI housekeeping protocol compatible. formulated to meet the chemical specification requirements of accredited healthcare facility environments.
The chemistry—
How does Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC) work as a disinfectant, and why does it outperform phenolics in occupied environments? Benzalkonium Chloride belongs to the quaternary ammonium compound (QAC) family — cationic surfactants characterised by a positively charged nitrogen atom bonded to four organic groups.
This positive charge is the mechanism of antimicrobial action: bacterial cell membranes carry a net negative surface charge, and BKC is electrostatically attracted to the membrane surface. On binding, it disrupts the phospholipid bilayer, causing membrane permeabilisation, loss of intracellular integrity, and rapid cell death.
At pH 8–10, the formulation maintains BKC in its most active cationic state while counteracting the efficacy-reducing effect of hard water calcium and magnesium ions. The alkaline pH also enhances the solubilisation of surface organic deposits, complementing the disinfection mechanism with a cleaning action that keeps floor surfaces in the condition required for optimal antimicrobial performance.
Did you know—
BKC (Benzalkonium Chloride) is in the same chemical class as the active in your eye drops and contact lens solution. At the correct dilution on your floors, you’re using a pharmaceutical-grade antimicrobial at housekeeping scale. Most people never know.
Application & usage—
Preparation. Fill a clean mop bucket with the required volume of water. Add concentrate after water.
Product specifications—
Active ingredient
Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC) 0.5% w/w
Active class
Quaternary ammonium compound (QAC)
pH
8.0–10.0 (near-neutral to mildly alkaline)
Specific gravity
1.01–1.03 at 25°C
Fragrance
Lime — calibrated for continuous-occupancy environments
Dilution — standard
25 ml per litre of water (1:40)
Dilution — heavy soil
45 ml per litre of water (1:22)
Rinse after use
Not required
PPE
Gloves recommended for concentrate handling
Shelf life
24 months from date of manufacture, unopened
Pack size
5 Litres concentrate
MSDS / TDS
QR code on label · Available on request
Caution & storage—
- Do not mix with anionic detergents, soaps, or incompatible cleaning chemicals.
- Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure to concentrate.
- In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with copious clean water for 15 minutes.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Store in original sealed container below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
- Shelf life 24 months from manufacture date, unopened.
Resources & documentation—
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS) are available on request and accessible via the QR code printed on the product label. These documents provide full hazard classification, first-aid procedures, disposal guidance, and technical performance data for compliance and audit purposes.
MSDS / TDS requests: care@allesclinx.com
Bulk & institutional supply enquiries: procurement@allesclinx.com
