이 원료는 주로 다음의 구조를 갖는 알킬벤질디메칠암모늄클로라이드의 혼합물이다.

Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C8-18-alkyldimethyl, chlorides: Biocide, preservative and surfactant associated with severe skin, eye, and respiratory irritation and allergies, benzalkonium chloride is a sensitizer especially dangerous for people with asthma or skin conditions such as eczema. Benzalkonium chloride is found in many household disinfectants and cleaning supplies. Regular use of products containing antimicrobials such as benzalkonium chloride could leads to the development of resistant bacteria in homes and food processing facilities.

本品は、次の化学式で表される、塩化アルキルベンジルジメチルアンモニウムの混合物である。