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Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 25 mg/mL Soap, 3785 mL — NDC 59503-6265-02 package photo

Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 25 mg/mL Soap, 3785 mL

by Rochester Midland Corporation · 3785 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59503-6265-2)
NDC 59503-6265-02
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 59503-6265-2 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains3785 mL Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 2500 ml 59503-6265-06
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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⚠️
Other active recalls for Benzalkonium Chloride (different manufacturers) — 6 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Apr 8, 2026 — CGMP Deviations: product manufactured in the same facility under the same conditions as the product found to be contaminated (Blaine Labs Inc) · FDA recall D-0693-2026
Class II · Apr 8, 2026 — CGMP Deviations; product manufactured in the same facility under the same conditions as the product found to be contaminated (Blaine Labs Inc) · FDA recall D-0699-2026
Class II · Jan 20, 2026 — CGMP Deviations (ACME UNITED CORPORATION) · FDA recall D-0375-2026
Class II · Jan 20, 2026 — CGMP Deviations (ACME UNITED CORPORATION) · FDA recall D-0369-2026
Class II · Jan 20, 2026 — CGMP Deviations (ACME UNITED CORPORATION) · FDA recall D-0365-2026
Class II · Jan 20, 2026 — CGMP Deviations (ACME UNITED CORPORATION) · FDA recall D-0360-2026
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 59503-6265-2
Product NDC 59503-6265
11-digit billing NDC 59503626502
RxCUI 1046529
UNII F5UM2KM3W7
Application # M004
SPL Set ID 1b8e0a27-dcdd-4d07-b0f2-55cf74a9b528
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2017-05-09
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form SOAP
Substance BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 59503-6265-2 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 59503-6265-02. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Quaternary ammonium compounds class.

Drug family (ATC) Quaternary ammonium compounds, Medicated dressings with antiinfectives, Antiseptics
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerRochester Midland Corporation
FDA applicationM004 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code59503
First marketedMay 2017
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio3 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

This is an over-the-counter antiseptic hand wash soap containing benzalkonium chloride, a topical antimicrobial agent. Benzalkonium chloride is commonly used in hand-care products to help reduce bacteria on the skin. The product is marketed as an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is formulated under the FDA's established guidelines for antiseptic hand wash products rather than as an individually reviewed application.

Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 2968PHW8QP
    A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
  • UNII 6K8PRP397M
    A plant-derived cleansing agent made from coconut oil. It helps the medicine dissolve evenly and improves how the product spreads or mixes in formulations.
  • UNII X3W0AM1JLX
    A synthetic red dye used to color medicines and products. It helps make pills, liquids, and capsules visually distinct and easier to identify.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII L605B5892V
    A plant-derived thickener made from cellulose. It increases the medicine's thickness and helps it spread evenly, commonly used in gels, creams, and eye drops to improve texture and how the product coats or clings to surfaces.
  • UNII ND2M416302
    Isopropyl alcohol is a clear liquid solvent derived from petroleum. In medicines, it dissolves active ingredients and other components, helps the product flow smoothly, and aids in sterilization during manufacturing.
  • UNII 4F6FC4MI8W
    Lauramine oxide is a surfactant, a substance that helps mix oil and water together. It's used in medicines to improve how ingredients blend and to help the product dissolve or spread properly.
  • UNII 09179OX7TB
    PEG-75 Lanolin is a waxy substance derived from sheep's wool that has been chemically modified to mix easily with water and oil. It acts as an emulsifier and moisturizer in topical formulations, helping blend different ingredients and soften the skin.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

9 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also stateswater, glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, disodium cocoamphodiproprionate, hydroxyethylcellulose, lauramine oxide, PEG-75 lanolin, citric acid, FD and C red no.4

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 2500 ml
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash 25 mg/mLthis 59503-6265-02 Rochester 3785 ml — — FDA listed —
Aero Care Handy Quat Antiseptic Handwash 25 mg/mL 62257-0265-01 ABC 1200 ml — — Discontinued —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2017
On the market since
May 2017
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
9 years listed
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No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Drug Hypersensitivity118
Condition Aggravated114
Arthralgia112
Musculoskeletal Stiffness111
Pain In Extremity111
Infection110
Hepatotoxicity108

Reporter sex

331 reports

Serious outcomes

Death25
Disabling18
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 35 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
59503-6265-02 You're viewing this 3785 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59503-6265-2) 2017-05-09 Active
59503-6265-06 2500 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59503-6265-6) 2017-05-09 Active

You're viewing the largest of 2 pack sizes for this product.

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 59503-6265-02?
NDC 59503-6265-02 contains 3785 mL — 3785 ml in 1 bottle, plastic.
What is the difference between NDC 59503-6265-02 and NDC 59503-6265-06?
Both are Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 25 mg/mL Soap — the drug itself is identical. NDC 59503-6265-02 is the 3785 mL package, while NDC 59503-6265-06 is the 2500 ml package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Balma Septic Antiseptic Hand Wash BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 25 mg/mL Soap?
Bill NDC 59503-6265-02 — the 11-digit billing format is 59503626502. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 59503-6265-2, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 59503-6265-02, written without dashes as 59503626502. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 59503-6265-02, the first segment (59503) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Rochester Midland Corporation; the middle segment (6265) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (02) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Rochester Midland Corporation. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 2500 ml (59503-6265-06). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Rochester Midland Corporation is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 15 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Indications & Usage Section for hand-washing to decrease bacteria on the skin

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 28 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Dosage & Administration Section wet hands and forearms apply 5 milliliters (teaspoonful) or palmful to hands and forearms scrub thoroughly for 1 minute and rinse

⚠️ Warnings 9 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Warnings Section For external use only

🧪 Active Ingredient 9 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Active Ingredient Section Benzalkonium Chloride 2.5%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 24 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Inactive Ingredient Section water, glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, disodium cocoamphodiproprionate, hydroxyethylcellulose, lauramine oxide, PEG-75 lanolin, citric acid, FD and C red no.4

🎯 Purpose 6 words ▾

Drug Facts Box OTC-Purpose Section Antiseptic

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 59503-2605-01 · Rochester 59534-0001-01 · Richmond →
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.