Chlorhexidine digluconate

• CAT Number: I002389
• CAS Number: 18472-51-0
• Molecular Formula: C34H54Cl2N10O14
• Molecular Weight: 897.76
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Chlorhexidine gluconate; Unisept; Chlorhexidine D-digluconate
• Target: Antibacterial
• Solubility: DMSO:38mg/mL
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (1E)-2-[6-[[amino-[(E)-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]amino]methylidene]amino]hexyl]-1-[amino-(4-chloroanilino)methylidene]guanidine;(2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C22H30Cl2N10.2C6H12O7/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*7-1-2(8)3(9)4(10)5(11)6(12)13/h5-12H,1-4,13-14H2,(H5,25,27,29,31,33)(H5,26,28,30,32,34);2*2-5,7-11H,1H2,(H,12,13)/t;2*2-,3-,4+,5-/m.11/s1
• InChIKey: YZIYKJHYYHPJIB-UUPCJSQJSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1NC(=NC(=NCCCCCCN=C(N)N=C(N)NC2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)N)N)Cl.C(C(C(C(C(C(=O)O)O)O)O)O)O.C(C(C(C(C(C(=O)O)O)O)O)O)O

Chlorhexidine digluconate (Cat No.:I002389) is a chemical compound commonly used as an antiseptic and disinfectant. It belongs to the class of compounds known as biguanides and exhibits broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. Chlorhexidine digluconate is effective against a wide range of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It is often used in healthcare settings to prevent and control infections, particularly in surgical procedures, wound care, and oral hygiene products. Additionally, it is used in various industrial applications, such as sanitizing solutions and preservation of medical devices. Chlorhexidine digluconate works by disrupting the cell membranes of microorganisms, leading to their destruction. It is generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience mild skin irritation or allergic reactions.