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BELGUARD OCTENIDINE

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BELGUARD OCTENIDINE is a cationic surfactant, pyridine based molecule and is used extensively as an Antiseptic for tropical applications. It has been found in large area of application and is an alternative for older substances like Chlorhexidine, Polividone- iodine and Triclosan.

INCI Name: Octenidine HCl

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Anti-Septic, Surfactant (Cationic)

Benefit Claims: Antiseptic

Synonyms: Octeniderm, Octenidine dihydrochloride, Octenidine hydrochloride, Octenidol, Octenilin

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
CAS No.
70775-75-6
EC No.
274-861-8
Structure

BELGUARD OCTENIDINE - Structure

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Product Characteristic

It's an excellent substitute for chlorhexidine, especially when used in a concentrated form of 0.1 to 2.0%. Another aspect of this compound that makes it all the more appealing to the mass production industry is its economic factor. In other words, Octendine HCL preparations are cheap to manufacture, design and store.

  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Escherichia coli
  • Proteus mirabilis and
  • the yeast Candida albicans

Applications & Uses

Application Format

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to off white powder
Molecular Weight
623.83
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Identification at Infrared Spectroscopy Matches with the standard--
Identification at HPLCThe retention time of the sample matches with the standard.--
MoistureNMT 2.0%-
Purity (on dry Basis)98 - 100%-

Technical Details & Test Data

Concentration

0.1-2.0%

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

25 Kg HDPE bags or carton

Storage & Handling

Storage

Store in a cool dry area. Protect it from extreme heat conditions.

Expiry Date

2 years from the date of manufacturing.