Description

Chlorhexidine Digluconate is a potent cationic bisbiguanide antiseptic and disinfectant, widely recognized for its broad-spectrum efficacy against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Its primary value lies in providing persistent antimicrobial activity with low systemic toxicity, making it a cornerstone in infection control protocols. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and medical device industries seeking reliable active ingredients for antiseptic formulations, surgical scrubs, and wound care solutions.

Application

• Surgical & Healthcare Antiseptics: Key ingredient in preoperative skin preparations, surgical hand scrubs, and healthcare personnel hand washes.
• Oral Care Products: Used in mouthwashes, toothpastes, and gels for the control of plaque and gingivitis.
• Wound Care & Dermatology: Formulated into creams, ointments, and wound irrigation solutions for preventing and treating skin infections.
• Medical Device Disinfection: Employed in disinfectant solutions for sanitizing non-critical medical instruments and surfaces.
• Preservative in Cosmetics & Toiletries: Acts as a preservative in various rinse-off and leave-on personal care products.
• Veterinary Applications: Used in teat dips, wound sprays, and general disinfectants for animal husbandry.
• Industrial Biocide: Incorporated into disinfectant and sanitizer formulations for institutional and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorhexidine Digluconate
CAS No.	18472-51-0
Molecular Formula	C34H54Cl2N10O14
Molecular Weight	897.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorhexidine Gluconate; 1,1'-Hexamethylenebis[5-(4-chlorophenyl)biguanide] digluconate; Chlorhexidine Di-D-gluconate; N,N''-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3,12-diimino-2,4,11,13-tetraazatetradecanediimidamide di-D-gluconate; Hibitane; Corsodyl; Peridex; Avagard; Unisept
EINECS	242-354-0

Quality Control

Our Chlorhexidine Digluconate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It can be supplied to meet various pharmacopoeial standards, including USP, EP, and BP monographs, ensuring compliance for pharmaceutical and medical applications. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided to guarantee identity, purity, and safety.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	19.0% - 21.0% w/w
pH (20% solution)	5.5 - 7.0
Related Substances (HPLC)	Complies with pharmacopoeial limits
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Microbial Enumeration	Complies with EP/USP

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.