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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Chlorhexidine

Used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, oral care and preservative. Chlorhexidine is an organic compound.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/42.

Annex V/42: 0.3% (as chlorhexidine)

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Chlorhexidine chemical structure, C22H30Cl2N10, CAS 55-56-1
Chlorhexidine
CAS 55-56-1C22H30Cl2N10
93 suppliers
Chlorhexidine

IUPAC name: (1E)-2-[6-[[amino-[(E)-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]amino]methylidene]amino]hexyl]-1-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]guanidine

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Chlorhexidine suppliers

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HG
Hebei Guangxing Chemical Industry Co., Ltd
Manufacturer China

Leading calcium zinc stabilizer manufacturer, offering eco-friendly PVC heat stabilizers for high-performance plastic solutions.

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Atompharma
Manufacturer India

Atom Pharma is a leading manufacturer and exporter of high-quality pharmaceutical APIs, intermediates, and pharma pellets.

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UC
Unilab Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
ManufacturerMumbai, India

UNILAB CHEMICALS & PHARMACEUTICALS PVT.

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AP
Apigenex Pharmaceuticals
ManufacturerVadodara, India

Discover the best quality solutions offered by a supplier and trader from Vadodara, India.

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CP
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited
ManufacturerAhmedabad, India

Cadila Pharmaceuticals is one of India's largest private pharma companies, pioneering world-first drug innovations across 100+ countries.

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AC
Afine Chemicals Limited
Supplier China
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BP
Basic Pharma Life Science Pvt. Ltd.
SupplierAnkleshwar, India
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RI
Recordati Ireland Limited
ManufacturerRingaskiddy, Ireland

Unlocking the full potential of life.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Chlorhexidine used for in cosmetics?

Chlorhexidine is used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, oral care and preservative. Chlorhexidine is an organic compound.

Is Chlorhexidine restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Chlorhexidine is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/42 (allowed preservative). Annex V/42: 0.3% (as chlorhexidine) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Chlorhexidine?

Chlorhexidine is listed with CAS number 55-56-1 and EC number 200-238-7.

Where can I buy Chlorhexidine?

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