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Cetylpyridinium chloride
Cetylpyridinium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound used as an antimicrobial agent in oral care products, disinfectants, and pharmaceutical formulations. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 339.99 g/mol, a molecular formula of C21H38N·Cl, and a CAS number of 123-03-5. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with caution due to its signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Cetylpyridinium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Cetylpyridinium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound used as an antimicrobial agent in oral care products, disinfectants, and pharmaceutical formulations. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 339.99 g/mol, a molecular formula of C21H38N·Cl, and a CAS number of 123-03-5. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with caution due to its signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Cetylpyridinium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 80 - 84 °C |
| Water | 4.5 - 5.5% |
| Specification | Conforms to USP specification |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Total Aerobic Count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Pyridine | ≤0.02% |
| Heavy Metal | ≤20 ppm |
| Total Moulds and Yeasts | ≤100cfu/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 123-03-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C21H38N·Cl |
| Molecular Weight | 339.99 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+]1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-] |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29333992 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399990 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is cetylpyridinium chloride used for?
It is primarily used as an antimicrobial agent in oral care products, such as mouthwashes and toothpastes, due to its ability to inhibit bacterial growth.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cetylpyridinium chloride?
The formula is C21H38N·Cl with a molecular weight of 339.99 g/mol.
How should cetylpyridinium chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of cetylpyridinium chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies cetylpyridinium chloride in technical grade, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply cetylpyridinium chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply cetylpyridinium chloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of cetylpyridinium chloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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