Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Cetylpyridinium Chloride Monohydrate

Application Notes

Cetylpyridinium Chloride Monohydrate is used is in some types of mouthwashes, toothpastes, lozenges, throat sprays, breath sprays, and nasal sprays. It is an antiseptic that kills bacteria and other microorganisms. It has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque and reducing gingivitis.

Usage Statement

Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.

SKU	02190177-CF
Alternate Names	1-Hexadecylpyridinium chloride; Cepacol Chloride
Application Notes	Cetylpyridinium Chloride Monohydrate is used is in some types of mouthwashes, toothpastes, lozenges, throat sprays, breath sprays, and nasal sprays. It is an antiseptic that kills bacteria and other microorganisms. It has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque and reducing gingivitis.
Base Catalog Number	190177
CAS #	6004-24-6
EC Number	204-593-9
Format	Crystalline powder
Hazard Statements	H301-H320
Melting Point	80 deg C
Molecular Formula	C21H38NCl.H2O
Molecular Weight	358.0 g/mol
Personal Protective Equipment	Respiratory protection: Breathing apparatus only if aerosol or dust is formed. Hand protection: Pvc or other plastic material gloves Skin and body protection: Usual safety precautions while handling the product will provide adequate protection against this potential effect. Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields
RTECS Number	UU4900000
Solubility	Very soluble in <a class="pubchem-internal-link CID-962" href="https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/water">water</a>, <a class="pubchem-internal-link CID-6212" href="https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/chloroform">chloroform</a>
Usage Statement	Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.