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Freshstat™ Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC)

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Freshstat™ Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC), an antimicrobial active ingredient, is largely used in mouthwashes and antiseptics, working against bacteria buildup. Available in liquid or solid form, CPC demonstrates effectiveness in controlling the bacteria that cause gingivitis.

INCI Name: Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Chemical Name: Cetylpyridinium Chloride Monohydrate

Functions: API Intermediate, Anti-Microbial Agent, Antibiotic, Bacteriostatic Agent, Preservative, Surfactant, Surfactant (Cationic)

Synonyms: 1-Hexadecylpyridinium Chloride Monohydrate, 1-Cetylpyridinium Chloride, 1-palmitylpyridinium chloride, Hexadecylpyridinium Chloride, N-Cetylpyridinium Chloride, N-Hexadecylpyridinium Chloride

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    Identification & Functionality

    Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
    CAS No.
    6004-24-6
    EC No.
    678-154-9

    Features & Benefits

    Benefit Claims
    Features and Benefits

    A quaternary ammonium compound that demonstrates varying degrees of activity against bacteria. Effective over a broad pH range and exhibits broad anti-microbial efficacy against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and mold.

    Benefits
    • Broad spectrum
    • Effective at low levels
    • Used across wide pH range

    Applications & Uses

    Oral Care Applications
    Personal Hygiene Applications
    Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications
    Use Level
    0.1-0.2
    Applications
    • CPC is widely used in over-the-counter products including mouthwash, throat lozenges, nasal sprays and antiseptic (first aid) creams and lotions. 
    • It is also used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient and an excipient in pharmaceutical products.
    • Bactericide
    • Cationic Surfactant
    • Hair Care
    • Micellar Water
    • Oral Care
    • Preservative
    • Skin Care
    • Wipes
    • Antiperspirants
    • Deodorants
    • Sun care
    • Hand sanitizers
    • Color cosmetics

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Colorless
    Odor
    Odorless
    Soluble in
    Water

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Certifications
    • FSSC 2200 
    • ISO 9001:2015
    • Kosher
    • Halal
    • CPC meets requirements for monographs of the US, European and Japanese Pharmacopeia.

    Packaging & Availability

    Availability

    Available in USP, EU Ph, and technical grades.