Description

Octenidine Dihydrochloride is a potent cationic antiseptic and disinfectant compound belonging to the bispyridine class. Its primary value lies in its broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy against bacteria, fungi, and viruses, combined with a favorable safety profile and low propensity for inducing resistance. This makes it a critical active ingredient for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and clinical disinfection sectors, where reliable and long-lasting antimicrobial action is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Antiseptics: Key active ingredient in surgical scrubs, hand disinfectants, wound care solutions, and mucous membrane antiseptics.
• Healthcare Disinfection: Used in formulations for surface, instrument, and skin disinfection in hospitals and clinics.
• Preservative Systems: Employed as a preservative in cosmetic and personal care products like creams, lotions, and oral care items to prevent microbial spoilage.
• Veterinary Medicine: Applied in disinfectants and antiseptic preparations for animal healthcare and husbandry.
• Dental Products: Incorporated into mouthwashes and gels for the treatment of gingivitis and oral infections.
• Medical Device Coatings: Utilized to create antimicrobial coatings on catheters, implants, and other medical devices to prevent biofilm formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octenidine Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	70775-75-6
Molecular Formula	C36H62Cl2N4
Molecular Weight	623.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Octenidine HCl; N,N'-(1,10-Decanediyldi-1(4H)-pyridinyl-4-ylidene)bis(1-octanamine) dihydrochloride; WIN 41464-2; Octenidin dihydrochlorid; Octenidine dihydrochloride (USAN); Octenisept® active ingredient
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Quality Control

Our Octenidine Dihydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and microbiological quality is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Microbiological Quality	Meets Ph. Eur. requirements

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