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Chlorhexidine acetate

Also known as Chlorhexidine diacetate, Hibitane diacetate, Chlorohexidine diacetate

CAS 56-95-1Formula C26H38Cl2N10O4Molar mass 625.56 g/molEC 200-302-4
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Acute toxicity (severe), Harmful or irritant, Hazardous to the environment 79 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Chlorhexidine acetate chemical structure, C26H38Cl2N10O4, CAS 56-95-1
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
56-95-1
Formula
C26H38Cl2N10O4
Molar mass
625.56 g/mol
EC number
200-302-4
HS code
292529
Category
In-can and dry-film biocides

What is Chlorhexidine acetate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Chlorhexidine acetate is the acetate salt of chlorhexidine. It is a disinfectant used for bacterial control in hospital, agricultural and domestic environments. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, an antiinfective agent, an antifungal agent and an antifouling biocide. It contains a chlorhexidine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
acetic acid, (1E)-2-[6-[[amino-[(E)-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]amino]methylidene]amino]hexyl]-1-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]guanidine
CAS number
56-95-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 206986-79-0
EC number
200-302-4
Molecular formula
C26H38Cl2N10O4
UNII
5908ZUF22Y
INCI name
CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE
InChIKey
WDRFFJWBUDTUCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C22H30Cl2N10.2C2H4O2/c23-15-5-9-17(10-6-15)31-21(27)33-19(25)29-13-3-1-2-4-14-30-20(26)34-22(28)32-18-11-7-16(24)8-12-18;2*1-2(3)4/h5-12H,1-4,13-14H2,(H5,25,27,29,31,33)(H5,26,28,30,32,34);2*1H3,(H,3,4)
Canonical SMILES
CC(=O)O.CC(=O)O.NC(=NCCCCCCN=C(N)N=C(N)Nc1ccc(Cl)cc1)N=C(N)Nc1ccc(Cl)cc1
Isomeric SMILES
CC(=O)O.CC(=O)O.C1=CC(=CC=C1N/C(=N/C(=NCCCCCCN=C(/N=C(/NC2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)\N)N)N)/N)Cl

Synonyms

  • Chlorhexidine diacetate
  • Hibitane diacetate
  • Chlorohexidine diacetate
  • 10,040 Diacetate
  • Chlorhexidini diacetas
  • Chlorhexidine acetate (USP)
  • 1,1'-Hexamethylene bis(5-(p-chlorophenyl)biguanide) diacetate
  • Serdaen
  • Gout Ointment
  • Bacteriostatic gel
  • Nail fungus cream
  • anti-bacterial gel
  • AntibacterialTablets
  • Nail Fungus Liquid
  • Nail Fungus Solution
  • Acetate, Chlorhexidine
  • FROST-PROOF
  • Nolvasan Surgical Scrub
  • HOQU Nail fungus cream
  • Disinfectant Fabric Wash
  • Hoqu Nail Fungus Liquid
  • Nolvadent Oral Cleansing
  • DERMA SOFT N DRY
  • Hoqu Nail Fungus Solution
  • Chlrohexidine acetate
Show all 37 synonyms
  • Nolvasan Antiseptic Ointment
  • Privasan Antiseptic Ointment
  • Dr. Zheng s acteriostatic gel
  • Anti mucedine feminine wash
  • HYDROGEL ESSENCE Antimicrobial Virginal Gel.
  • Zedoary oils feminine antibacterial gels
  • Motherwort herb feminine antibacterial gels
  • Plant herb based bacteriostatic feminine wash
  • Chinese herb essence bacteriostatic feminine wash
  • Bactigras
  • Chlorhexidine (diacetate)
  • chlorhexidine acetate hydrate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
625.56 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
624.2455 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.52calc.
Topological polar surface area
252.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
8calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
42calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.31calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C(=NC=NCCCCCCN=CN=CNc1ccccc1)Nc1ccccc1

C(=NC=NCCCCCCN=CN=CNc1ccccc1)Nc1ccccc1

2 rings, 28 atoms.

32 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (14)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics, Animal Drugs.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE(antimicrobial, oral care, preservative)

Roles

  • antibacterial agent
  • antifouling biocide
  • antifungal agent
  • antiinfective agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • pesticide
  • pharmaceutical

Functional uses

  • Biocide
  • Preservative

Cosmetic functions

  • Antimicrobial
  • Oral care
  • Preservative

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Chlorhexidine acetate is traded under.

HS 2925.29Indicative HS code

Imines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$1.8B
+12.4% vs 2023, imports $1.84B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.9%
  2. France * partner reported15.5%
  3. Germany9.1%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. China13.0%
  3. Brazil9.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Chlorhexidine acetate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Chlorhexidine acetate, based on the data on this page

What is Chlorhexidine acetate?

Chlorhexidine acetate is the acetate salt of chlorhexidine. It is a disinfectant used for bacterial control in hospital, agricultural and domestic environments. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, an antiinfective agent, an antifungal agent and an antifouling biocide. It contains a chlorhexidine.

Is Chlorhexidine acetate hazardous?

Chlorhexidine acetate carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: toxic if swallowed, harmful if swallowed, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

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