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Cetylpyridinium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound that functions as a cationic surfactant and may have antiseptic capabilities. It acts by disrupting the cell membranes of microorganisms, leading to their lysis and eventual death. This disruption is achieved through the interaction of the positively charged cetylpyridinium chloride molecules with the negatively charged components of the microbial cell membrane, causing destabilization and permeabilization. As a result, the integrity of the cell membrane is compromised, leading to leakage of cellular contents and ultimately cell death. cetylpyridinium chloride may inhibit the growth and reproduction of various microorganisms by disrupting their metabolic processes. Its ability to disrupt microbial membranes and inhibit their growth may be useful in experimental applications for studying the effects of antimicrobial agents on microbial populations and their mechanisms of action.
Ordering Information
Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate, 25 g | sc-239495A | 25 g | $42.00 | |||
Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate, 100 g | sc-239495 | 100 g | $83.00 | |||
Cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate, 500 g | sc-239495B | 500 g | $250.00 |