Preservatives
Elixi-KON CPC, Cetylpyridinium chloride, is a cationic quaternary compound used as an antimicrobial and cationic surfactant in various cosmetic products. It is a safe, very efficient & eco-friendly alternative to conventional antimicrobials and preservatives with a broad-spectrum efficacy against gram + and gram bacteria, virus, yeasts and molds.
Elixi-KON CPC is approved by the US FDA as safe and preferred anti-microbial system for use in oral care and to treat plaque including gingivitis. It is a preferred alternative to replace ingredients like Triclosan, triclocarban, Benzethonium chloride, Parabens and Formaldehyde-donors.
Elixi-KON CPC, Cetylpyridinium chloride, can be used alone or in combination with other preservatives to increase its effectiveness.
Recommended use concentration: Max. 0.05 – 2.0% (application restrictions apply)
Solubility: Fully soluble in water
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay (%) | Min. 99.0 |
Benefits
Cetylpyridinium chloride is considered as a safe preservative that can replace parabens, formaldehyde donors and others
Strong antimicrobial and broad-spectrum activity
Multifunctional activities:
Antistatic: Reduces static electricity by neutralizing the electrical charge on a surface
Deodorant: Reduces or masks unpleasant body odors.
Emulsifying agent: Promotes the formation of intimate mixtures between not miscible liquids by modifying the interfacial tension (water and oil)
Hair conditioner: Leaves hair manageable, supple, soft and shiny and or gives volume, lightness and shine.
Oral hygiene agent: Provides cosmetic effects to the oral cavity (cleaning, deodorization and protection)
Surfactant: Reduces the surface tension of cosmetics and contributes to the uniform distribution of the product during its use
Cosmetics
Skin care
Make up
Hair care
Toiletries
Sun care
Wet wipes
Oral care
Antiperspirant / deodorants
Pharmaceuticals
Natural extracts
