Cetylpyridnium Chloride
CAS Number: 123-03-5; 6004-24-6;
EC Number: 204-593-9;
Synonyms:
Pyridinium, 1-hexadecyl-, chloride;
1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride;
hexadecylpyridinium chloride;
Piridino, 1-hexadecil-, cloruro (1:1);
セチルピリジニウムクロリド;
Cetylpyridnium Chloride (CPC) is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound and a very important surfactant and bactericide.
CPC is widely used in oral care, antistatic agents, disinfectants, deodorants, hygiene products (wet wipes), cosmetics, toiletries antiseptic and bactericidal.
It has the functions of broad-spectrum bactericide, anti-static, anti-acne, anti-dandruff, whitening, deodorant and embalming, etc. It has strong bactericidal effect on both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
![Cetylpyridnium Chloride (CPC) chemical structure](https://www.green-mountainchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CPC-structure-1024x576.png)
Technical Data
Appearance | White powder |
Content [%] | >99.0 |
Incineration residue [%] | <0.2 |
Solution Clarity and Color (1% aqueous) | Clear and colorless |