Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate - CAS 6004-24-6

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.

Antibiotic, Antibacterial

Microbiology/Virology

6004-24-6

0.9993

C21H38ClN·H2O

358.01

O.[Cl-].CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[n+]1ccccc1

-20°C

Ice Packs

Small Compound