Cetylpyridnium Chloride
CAS Number: 123-03-5;
EC Number: 204-593-9;
Synonyms:
Pyridinium, 1-hexadecyl-, chloride;
1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride;
hexadecylpyridinium chloride;
Piridino, 1-hexadecil-, cloruro (1:1);
Cetylpyridnium Chloride (CPC) is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound and a very important surfactant and bactericide.
It has the functions of broad-spectrum bactericidal, anti-static, anti-acne, anti-dandruff, whitening, deodorant and embalming, etc. It has strong bactericidal effect on both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
It is widely used in oral care, hygiene products (wet wipes), cosmetics, toiletries antiseptic and bactericidal.
Technical Data
| Appearance | White powder |
| Content [%] | ＞99.0 |
| Incineration residue [%] | ＜0.2 |
| Solution Clarity and Color (1% aqueous) | Clear and colorless |
