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| Catalog Number | CI-GU-0012 |
| Product Name | Cetylpyridinium Chloride |
| CAS | 123-03-5 |
| Structure |  |
| Synonyms | 1-Hexadecylpyridinium chloride;Cetylpyridinium chloride anhydrous;Pyridinium, 1-hexadecyl-, chloride;CPC |
| IUPAC Name | 1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium;chloride |
| Molecular Weight | 340 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula | C21H38ClN |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C21H38N.ClH/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-16-19-22-20-17-15-18-21-22;/h15,17-18,20-21H,2-14,16,19H2,1H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| InChI Key | YMKDRGPMQRFJGP-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| Boiling Point | 496 °C |
| Melting Point | 77 °C |
| Purity | 95% |
| Density | 0.94 g/mL |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Highest Usage In Residency Products | 0.0088 |
| Highest Usage In Rinsing Products | 0.009 |
| Isomeric SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+]1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-] |
What is the chemical formula of Cetylpyridinium chloride?
The chemical formula of Cetylpyridinium chloride is C21H38ClN.
What is the CAS number of Cetylpyridinium chloride?
The CAS number of Cetylpyridinium chloride is 123-03-5.
What are some synonyms of Cetylpyridinium chloride?
Some synonyms of Cetylpyridinium chloride include acetoquatcpc, aktivex, ammonyxcpc, biosept, and Ceepryn.
What is the melting point of Cetylpyridinium chloride?
The melting point of Cetylpyridinium chloride is 77°C.
How is Cetylpyridinium chloride stored?
Cetylpyridinium chloride should be stored in well-closed containers under normal conditions.
What are the safety hazards associated with Cetylpyridinium chloride?
Cetylpyridinium chloride is poisonous if ingested or inhaled, an eye and skin irritant, and can cause damage to mucous membranes if used in high concentrations.
What are the uses of Cetylpyridinium chloride in pharmaceuticals?
Cetylpyridinium chloride is used as an antimicrobial preservative, topical anti-infective, and disinfectant in pharmaceutical formulations.
How is Cetylpyridinium chloride produced?
Cetylpyridinium chloride is prepared from cetyl chloride by treatment with pyridine.
What is the stability of Cetylpyridinium chloride?
Cetylpyridinium chloride is stable under normal conditions.
How does Cetylpyridinium chloride inhibit bacterial growth?
The antimicrobial activity of Cetylpyridinium chloride is due to an interaction between the cetylpyridinium ions and acidic molecules on bacteria, forming weak ionic compounds that interfere with bacterial respiration.
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