Product Name
Cetylpyridinium chloride
Description
Cetylpyridinium chloride, a cationic quaternary ammonium compound, is an anti-bacterial agent with broad-spectrum activity. Cetylpyridinium chloride is an effective anti-HBV capsid assembly inhibitor with an IC50 of 2.5 μM. Cetylpyridinium chloride is used in pesticides and various types of mouthwashes, and other personal care products.
Synonyms
1-Hexadecylpyridinium chloride;Cetylpyridinium chloride anhydrous;Pyridinium, 1-hexadecyl-, chloride;CPC
IUPAC Name
1-Hexadecylpyridin-1-ium;chloride
Molecular Formula
C21H38ClN
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+]1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-]
InChI
YMKDRGPMQRFJGP-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI Key
InChI=1S/C21H38N.ClH/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-16-19-22-20-17-15-18-21-22;/h15,17-18,20-21H,2-14,16,19H2,1H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
Solubility
water, 246.6 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
Appearance
White powder or crystals
Storage
4°C, stored under nitrogen, away from moisture*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (stored under nitrogen, away from moisture)
Shipping
Can be shipped at room temperature, where not in use may vary.
Stability
Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Storage Conditions
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.