Chlorhexidine Digluconate
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 18472-51-0
EINECS / EC 242-354-0
CosIng Ref 32659
Chemical Name D-gluconicacid,compoundwithN,N''-bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3,12-diimino-2,4,11,13-tetraazatetradecanediamidine(2:1),
Formula C34H54Cl2N10O14
Mol. Weight 897.8 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Preservative
Secondary Functions ORAL CARE; PRESERVATIVE
Origin Synthetic
Category Preservatives
EU Regulatory Status
Max Leave-on 0.3%
Max Rinse-off 0.3%
Restrictions 0.3% as chlorhexidine
Conditions of Use Max 0.3% chlorhexidine equivalent. Oral care: max 0.2%.
Safety Profile
2 / 10
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