Preservatives & Biocides
REACH
Octenidine dihydrochloride
CAS Number
70775-75-6
EC Number
274-861-8
What is Octenidine dihydrochloride?
Octenidine dihydrochloride (CAS 70775-75-6), also marketed as Octenidine HCl, is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial active used in pharmaceutical and personal care formulations.
Where is Octenidine dihydrochloride used?
- Pharmaceutical wound care: active ingredient in antiseptic wound gels, rinses and impregnated dressings
- Oral care: antiseptic mouthwashes and throat sprays for plaque-reducing and antimicrobial efficacy
- Personal care: preservative and antimicrobial booster in leave-on and rinse-off formulations, including intimate hygiene products and skin cleansers
- Hospital-grade antiseptic lines: catheter care solutions and surgical site preparation products
- It delivers bactericidal and fungicidal action at low concentrations.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk quantities with full documentation packages supporting GMP-compliant procurement
- High purity
Other Names (Synonyms)
OCTENIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE|Octenidine HCl|Sensidin do|Win 41464-2|U84956NU4B|Octenisept (brand name)|N'-(decane-1
What are the physical properties of Octenidine dihydrochloride?
Melting Point 215-217 °C
Density 1.046[at 20℃]
Color White to Off-White
Form Solid
Water Solubility 14.2g/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 0Pa at 25℃
Log P 1.5 at 23℃
How is Octenidine dihydrochloride classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Octenidine dihydrochloride?
HS Code 2933399990