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Cetylpyridinium Chloride

CPC (cetylpyridinium chloride) is a cationic surfactant with strong bactericidal and resistance to fungi. CPC produced in Wako is crystal of high purity, colorless and odorless. It is used as an antibacterial agent in toothpaste, mouthwash, pre-moistened wipe and lozenge. It wins popularity in the fields of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, toiletries and industrial use.

Name of product
( Designation )
Cetylpyridinium Chloride , Monohydrate (CPC)
Chemical name Hexadecylpyridium Chloride , Monohydrate
International Nomenclature of Cosmetic ingredient CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE

structure formula

CAS No.

anhydride [123-03-5]
mono hydrate [6004-24-6]
Molecular weight 358.01

property

Appearance white crystalline powder
Melting point 80-84°C
Moisture absorption No hygroscopicity on the condition, RH=80%(25°C)
Solubility readily soluble in water, ethanol, or glycol.
hardly soluble in acetone, ether, or hydrocarbon
Toxicity oral (rabbit) LD50 400mg/kg
skin (rabbit)LDo 2000mg/kg

recognition number

Law concerning the Examination and Regulation of Manufacture, etc. of Chemical Substances 5-3686, 9-1979
TSCA registered
Einecs 204-593-9

specification

  1. Japanese Standards for Pharmaceutical Ingredients
  2. standards of cosmetic material in former Medicine Act

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