Scope Mouthwash
 

Active Ingredient: Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Cetylpyridinium chloride
 

Cetylpyridinium Chloride

C21H38NCl

Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC) is the active ingredient in Scope mouthwash that has been shown to act as an antimicrobial.  Antimicrobials fight against oral bacteria and are responsible for killing the germs that cause bad breath.  It is also very effective in preventing dental plaque.  Cetylpyridinium Chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound.  It is found as a white powder and has a melting point of 80-83 degrees Celsius.  Cetylpyridinium Chloride is insoluble in acetone, acetic acid, and ethanol, but is soluble under any other circumstances.
 

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