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Freshstat™ Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC)

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.

Brand: Freshstat™ Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC) (2 products)

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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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

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.