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Pharm-Rx Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Pharm-Rx Chemical Corp. Cetylpyridinium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient that functions as an anti-microbial, oral care agent, anti-static agent, and deodorant.

INCI Name: Cetylpyridinium Chloride

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

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    Identification & Functionality

    Molecular formula
    C₂₁H₃₈ClN - H₂O
    Definition

    Cetylpyridinium Chloride contains not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of cetylpyridinium chloride (C₂₁H₃₈ClN), calculated on the anhydrous basis.

    Chemical Structure

     - 3

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Molecular Weight358.0

    Regulatory & Compliance

    USP Reference Standards
    • USP Cetylpyridinium Chloride RS
    • USP Myristylpyridinium Chloride RS
    • 1-Tetradecylpyridinium chloride. C19H34ClN 311.94
    • USP Stearylpyridinium Chloride RS
    • 1-Octadecylpyridinium chloride. C23H42ClN 368.05 (USP 1-May-2021)

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Information

    Preserve in well-closed containers.