Cetrimide Powder Api

Price 600.0 INR/ Kilograms

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MOQ : 25 Kilograms

Cetrimide Powder Api Specification

HS Code
3402.13

Loss on Drying
Usually < 2.0% (as per pharmacopeial standards)

Storage
Room Temperature

Ph Level
Typically 6.0 8.0

Shelf Life
5 Years

Solubility
Freely soluble in water and alcohol

Type
Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Grade
Medicine Grade

Usage
Cetrimide is primarily used as an antiseptic, disinfectant, and surfactant due to its antimicrobial properties. It is commonly found in a wide range of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and veterinary applications.

Purity(%)
99

Appearance
White or almost white, free-flowing powder

Physical Form
Powder

Cetrimide Powder Api Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
25 Kilograms

FOB Port
Mumbai

Payment Terms
Cash Against Delivery (CAD), Cash on Delivery (COD), Cash Advance (CA), Cash in Advance (CID), Days after Acceptance (DA), Delivery Point (DP), Letter of Credit at Sight (Sight L/C), Telegraphic Transfer (T/T)

Supply Ability
100 Kilograms Per Day

Delivery Time
7 Days

Sample Available
No

Sample Policy
Free samples are available

Packaging Details
Drum and bag packing

Main Export Market(s)
Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe

Certifications
WE PROVIDES ALL KIND OF CERTIFICATIONS AS YOU REQUIRED

About Cetrimide Powder Api

Cetrimide Powder Detailed Description

What is Cetrimide?

Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium compound with strong antiseptic, disinfectant, and surfactant properties. It is widely used in pharmaceuticals, veterinary products, and cosmetic formulations as an antimicrobial agent.

Chemical Identity

Property	Detail
Chemical Name	Trimethyl(tetradecyl)ammonium bromide or mixture of alkyltrimethylammonium bromides
Common Name	Cetrimide
CAS Number	8044-71-1
Molecular Formula	Variable, often approximated as CHBrN (depends on alkyl chain length)
Molecular Weight	320400 g/mol (depending on exact composition)

Physical Properties

Property	Value
Appearance	White or almost white, free-flowing powder
Odor	Faint characteristic odor
Solubility	Freely soluble in water and alcohol
pH (1% solution)	Typically 6.08.0
Melting Point	Not sharply defined (depends on composition)
Loss on Drying	Usually < 2.0% (as per pharmacopeial standards)

Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Applications

Use	Function
Antiseptic creams and ointments	Prevents microbial growth in wounds and burns
Disinfectants	Used to clean surgical instruments, hospital surfaces
Shampoos (especially medicated)	Treats scalp conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis
Skin cleansers	For pre-surgical skin disinfection
Veterinary products	Topical disinfectants and wound care
Mouthwashes (limited use)	Antibacterial action in oral care

Mechanism of Action

Cetrimide is a cationic surfactant that disrupts the lipid membranes of bacteria and fungi, leading to cell lysis and death. It is effective against:

Gram-positive bacteria
Some Gram-negative bacteria
Certain fungi

Not effective against bacterial spores and some viruses unless combined with other agents (e.g., chlorhexidine).

Safety & Precautions

Irritating to eyes and mucous membranes
Toxic if ingested in large quantities
Not recommended for use on deep wounds or in body cavities
Can cause skin sensitization or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Regulatory & Trade Information

Property	Value
Pharmacopeial Grade	Listed in BP, USP, IP, and other pharmacopeias
HS Code	3402.13 Non-ionic or cationic organic surface-active agents
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container, away from light and moisture