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Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate

AT0900

CAS 6004-24-6

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Molecular FormulaC21H38ClN·H2O
Molecular Weight358.01
CAS Numbers6004-24-6
Storage Condition0C Short Term, -20C Long Term
SolubilityDMSO
Purity98% by HPLC
SMILES CodeO.[Cl-].CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[n+]1ccccc1
ReferencesGarcia-Godoy F, et al. Am J Dent. 2014 Aug;27[4] 185-90.

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Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate (Hexadecylpyridinium chloride monohydrate) , a cationic quaternary ammonium compound, is used in certain classes of throat sprays, mouthwashes, lozenges, toothpaste, nasal sprays, and breath sprays. Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate has also been used as an ingredient in certain pesticides. It is an antiseptic with killing bacteria and other microorganisms. It can be potent in reducing gingivitis and preventing dental plaque. It may result in brown stains between the teeth and on the surface of teeth.