Chlorhexidine diacetate
Also known as: Chlorhexidine acetate, Hibitane diacetate, 1,1'-Hexamethylenebis[5-(4-chlorophenyl)biguanide] diacetate, N,N''-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3,12-diimino-2,4,11,13-tetraazatetradecanediimidamide diacetate, Chlorhexidine diacetate monohydrate, Chlorhexidine diacetate salt, Chlorasept 2000, Chlorzoin, UNII-5908ZUF22Y
Chlorhexidine diacetate (CAS 56-95-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C26H38Cl2N10O4 and a molecular weight of 625.55 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 153-156ºC, a boiling point of 699.3ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 376.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 56-95-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1109970-0
- Molecular Formula
- C26H38Cl2N10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 625.55 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 153-156ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 699.3ºC at 760mmHg |
| Flash Point | 376.7ºC |
| PSA | 204.88000 |
| LogP | 6.37470 |
| Additional Property | H2O: 15 mg/mL, clear | 1.9 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Sanchez IR, et al. Chlorhexidine diacetate and povidone-iodine cytotoxicity to canine embryonic fibroblasts and Staphylococcus aureus. Vet Surg. 1988;17(4):182-185. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Chlorhexidine diacetate?
The CAS number of Chlorhexidine diacetate is 56-95-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chlorhexidine diacetate?
Chlorhexidine diacetate has molecular formula C26H38Cl2N10O4 and molecular weight 625.55 g/mol.
Is Chlorhexidine diacetate hazardous?
Chlorhexidine diacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Chlorhexidine diacetate?
For Chlorhexidine diacetate, Downstream Products: Chlorhexidine.
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