Chlorhexidine acetate; 56-95-1

Product Name: Chlorhexidine Diacetate 

CAS No.:  56-95-1

Quality Standard:  EP/BP/USP  

Properties:  A white or almost white microcrystalline powder, odorless, bitter taste, sparingly soluble in water and soluble in alcohol.

Application:  It is an antiseptic medicine used for disinfecting hands, skin, washing wounds.  

Storage: It should be kept in cool and dry place, and away from light; stored in sealed containers.  

Packing  1kg/ package, 25kg/ package.

Chlorhexidine Diacetate application:

Chlorhexidine acetate is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent widely used for its disinfectant and antiseptic properties. Here are its primary applications:

​1. Medical and Surgical Disinfection​

• ​Skin Antisepsis: Used preoperatively to disinfect skin before surgeries or injections to reduce infection risk.
• ​Surgical Scrubs: Incorporated into hand washes for healthcare workers to eliminate bacteria.
• ​Wound Care: Applied to clean minor cuts, burns, or abrasions to prevent bacterial contamination.

​2. Oral Hygiene​

• ​Mouthwash/Gel: Treats gingivitis, mouth ulcers, and plaque control (often in concentrations of 0.12–0.2%).
• ​Post-Dental Procedure Care: Prevents infections after tooth extractions or oral surgeries.

​3. Surface Disinfection​

• ​Hospital Equipment: Disinfects non-invasive instruments, surfaces, and patient areas.
• ​Veterinary Use: Sanitizes animal wounds or surgical sites.

​4. Other Applications​

• ​Preservative: Added to cosmetics or pharmaceutical products to inhibit microbial growth.
• ​Agricultural/Food Industry: Occasionally used for equipment sanitation.

​Key Features​

• Effective against ​Gram-positive/negative bacteria, fungi, and some viruses.
• Provides ​residual activity​ (prolonged antimicrobial effect).