Cetylpyridinium chloride

Name: Cetylpyridinium chloride
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-033177

Reference StandardAvailable on request

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Cetylpyridinium chloride chemical structure

CAS number123-03-5

FormulaC₂₁H₃₈ClN

Molar mass340 g/mol

Physical formSolid

HS code38229090

InChIKeyYMKDRGPMQRFJGP-UHFFFAOYSA-M

IUPAC name1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride

About Cetylpyridinium chloride

Cetylpyridinium chloride belongs to the Cetylpyridinium reference-standard family in the Zemixal catalogue. For your records (Reference Standard), the material is defined by CAS 123-03-5, formula C21H38ClN and molar mass 340 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Storage and safety notes

Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301, H302, H315 and H318. Read the SDS before first use.

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Typical uses

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Cetylpyridinium chloride
Product name	Cetylpyridinium chloride
Catalogue number	ZX-033177
CAS number	123-03-5
IUPAC name	1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₃₈ClN
Molar mass	340 g/mol
Exact mass	339.2693
Grade	Reference Standard
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
Topological polar surface area	3.9 Å²
HS code	38229090
InChIKey	YMKDRGPMQRFJGP-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+]1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-]
PubChem CID	31239
Synonyms	hexadecylpyridinium chloride, Pristacin, Cepacol, Cetamium, Acetoquat CPC, 1-Cetylpyridinium chloride, Ceepryn chloride, Cepacol chloride, Quaternario CPC, Intexsan CPC, Swabettes Hoechst, Ammonyx CPC

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

Corrosive

Acute toxicity

Irritant or harmful

Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

H301Toxic if swallowed
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Cetylpyridinium chloride
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

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Questions about Cetylpyridinium chloride

Which CAS number identifies Cetylpyridinium chloride?

Cetylpyridinium chloride is registered under CAS 123-03-5. You may also see it listed as hexadecylpyridinium chloride, Pristacin, Cepacol. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-033177.

What are the formula and molar mass of Cetylpyridinium chloride?

For Cetylpyridinium chloride, its formula is C21H38ClN and its molar mass is 340 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-hexadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride. InChIKey YMKDRGPMQRFJGP-UHFFFAOYSA-M lets you match it in any structure database.

How is Cetylpyridinium chloride used in pharmaceutical QC?

Cetylpyridinium chloride is a characterised reference material linked to Cetylpyridinium. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for Cetylpyridinium chloride?

This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with Cetylpyridinium chloride?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship Cetylpyridinium chloride to my country?

Yes. Because Cetylpyridinium chloride is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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