Cetalkonium Chloride

• CAT Number: R013406
• CAS Number: 122-18-9
• Molecular Formula: C25H46ClN
• Molecular Weight: 396.10
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: N-Hexadecyl-N,N-dimethylbenzenemethanaminium Chloride; Benzylhexadecyldimethylammonium Chloride; Acetoquate CDAC; Acinol; Banicol; ?Bicetonium; Bonjela; CDBAC; Zettyn Chloride; Zephirol Related Compound 2
• Target: Bacterial
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: benzyl-hexadecyl-dimethylazanium;chloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/C25H46N.ClH/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-20-23-26(2,3)24-25-21-18-17-19-22-25;/h17-19,21-22H,4-16,20,23-24H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
• InChIKey: SXPWTBGAZSPLHA-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[N+](C)(C)CC1=CC=CC=C1.[Cl-]

Cetalkonium Chloride（Cat No.:R013406）is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a disinfectant and preservative, especially in ophthalmic and skin care formulations. Known for its antimicrobial properties, it effectively targets a wide range of bacteria and fungi, making it valuable for maintaining sterility in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Cetalkonium Chloride is also used in mouthwashes and throat lozenges for its antiseptic effects. Its cationic nature allows it to bind to cell membranes, disrupting microbial cell integrity, which is crucial for its role in infection control and preservation across various applications.