Pharm-Rx Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Pharm-Rx 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

    INCI Name
    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
    Molecular formula
    C₂₁H₃₈ClN - H₂O
    Technologies
    Product Families
    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

    FDA Disclaimer

    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    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.