Chlorhexidine Powder CAS 55-56-1
Product Name |
Chlorhexidine |
Specification |
99% |
Active Ingredients |
Chlorhexidine |
Appearance |
White Powder |
CAS NO |
55-56-1 |
Molecular Formula |
C22H30Cl2N10 |
Formula Weight |
505.447 |
Melting Point |
134-136 °C(lit.) |
Boiling Point |
591.7±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
Flash(ing) Point |
311.6±32.9 °C |
Density |
1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
Chlorhexidine is also known as chlorhexidine, and its chemical name is diclofenac. It is a cationic surfactant. It has a very strong broad-spectrum bacteriostatic and bactericidal effect. It is a good sterilization and disinfectant. The antibacterial effect of positive and negative bacteria is stronger than benzalkonium bromide.
Specification
Appearance |
Almost colorless or pale-yellowish powder |
Identification |
A. IR Spectrum |
To match with Reference Standard |
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B. By TLC |
To match with Reference Standard |
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C. Chlorhexidine mp |
Between 132 °C to 136°C |
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D. Bromine Rtest |
Positive reaction |
Relative density |
Between 1.060 to 1.070 |
PH(5%) |
Between 5.5 to 7.0 |
P-Chloroaniline |
Not more than 500ppm |
Related substance |
To match with Reference Standard |
Assay |
Chlorhexidine digluconate solution contains not less than 190g/l and not more than 210g/l of C22H30Cl2N10·2C6H12O7 |
Function
1) In cosmetics and personal care products, Chlorhexidine and its salts (Chlorohexidine Dihydrochloride, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Chlorhexidine Diacetate) are used in the formulation of eye makeup, makeup foundations, mouthwashes, hair dyes and bleaches, and other skin care and hair care products;
2) Chlorhexidine has been used in medical practice and these ingredients, particularly the Digluconate salt, have extensive use in dentistry because they inhibit plaque formation;
3) Chlorhexidine is used as a topical antiseptic skin scrub in hospital and household settings;
4) For use in animals, it is used as a topical disinfectant of wounds.