Chlorhexidine Gluconate Powder

Chemical Information

- CAS Number: 18472-51-8

- HS Code 30049099

- Molecular Formula: C22H30Cl2N102C6H12O7

- Molecular Weight: 897.77 g/mol

- Synonyms: CHG, Chlorhexidine Digluconate

Properties

- Appearance: White to off-white powder

- Solubility: Soluble in water and organic solvents

- pH: 5.5-7.0 (1% aqueous solution)

- Stability: Stable under normal conditions

Specifications

- Assay: 99.0-101.0%

- Loss on drying: 5.0%

- Residue on ignition: 0.5%

- Particle size: 100-200 mesh

Applications

- Antimicrobial agent in:

    - Oral care products (mouthwashes, toothpastes)

    - Skin care products (soaps, creams)

    - Medical devices (catheters, surgical instruments)

    - Pharmaceutical preparations (eye drops, wound cleaners)

- Preservative in cosmetics and personal care products

Specifications

- Assay: 99.0-101.0%

- Loss on drying: 5.0%

- Residue on ignition: 0.5%

- Particle size: 100-200 mesh

Applications

- Antimicrobial agent in:

    - Oral care products (mouthwashes, toothpastes)

    - Skin care products (soaps, creams)

    - Medical devices (catheters, surgical instruments)

    - Pharmaceutical preparations (eye drops, wound cleaners)

- Preservative in cosmetics and personal care products.