Lauryl Pyridinium Chloride Monohydrate
CAS NO: 207234-02-4
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APPLICATION : Antiseptic
Product Information
Lauryl Pyridinium Chloride Monohydrate is a quaternary ammonium compound known for its antimicrobial, antiseptic, and surfactant properties. It is commonly used in personal care products such as mouthwashes, toothpaste, throat sprays, and skin cleansers, where it helps reduce microbial load and maintain hygiene. Its mechanism of action involves disrupting the microbial cell membrane, leading to leakage of cell contents and eventual cell death, making it effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria and some fungi.
This compound appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder and is freely soluble in water, forming clear solutions ideal for formulation in aqueous-based systems. Lauryl Pyridinium Chloride Monohydrate is particularly valued in oral care applications due to its ability to combat plaque and gingivitis-causing bacteria while being gentle on oral tissues. It also possesses mild foaming and cleansing properties, enhancing its usefulness in cosmetic and hygiene formulations.
Storage conditions require the product to be kept in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture to ensure stability. It should be handled according to safety guidelines appropriate for quaternary ammonium compounds. Its use must comply with regional regulatory limits, particularly when formulated for products with mucosal or dermal contact.