CETYLPIRIDINIUM chloride (CPC), powder, 100 g, bot.

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CETYLPIRIDINIUM chloride (CPC), powder

Definition

Reagent used for the preservation and decontamination of sputum.

Synonym: Hexadecyl-pyridinium chloride monohydrate

Specifications

Technical specifications

  • CAS n°: 6004-24-6
  • Formula: C21H38CLN . H2O
  • Powder
  • Quality: pure

Packaging & Labelling

100 g bottle

Transport Dangerous Goods

  • UN 2811
  • Class: 6
  • Packing group: I
  • Proper shipping name: Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (Cetylpyridinium chloride)

Instructions for use

Do not use if the sediment is inoculated on MGIT. Use only when the culture is done on solid media.

Preparation of the solution

  • Cetylpyridinium chloride: 1 g
  • Sodium chloride: 2 g
  • Distilled water: 100 ml

Dissolve the powders with some distilled water (by heating slowly to ease the process).

Do not autoclave, neither filter the solution.

Keep the preparation at room temperature (do not refrigerate). The preparation crystallizes with cold. In case of crystallization, dissolve again the solution by warming up.

Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.

https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.

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Storage

  • Keep powder and prepared solution at room temperature
  • Protected from humidity
  • Close the bottle tightly
  • Shelf life: 12 months
  • Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of total shelf life

Waste management

Substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.

Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).

Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008

  • Acute toxicity, Oral: Category 3, H301
  • Acute toxicity, Inhalation: Category 2, H330
  • Skin irritation: Category 2, H315
  • Serious eye damage: Category 1, H318
  • Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3, H335
  • Acute aquatic toxicity: Category 1, H400

Signal Word

Danger

Image Image Image
H301Toxic if swallowed.
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage.
H330Fatal if inhaled.
H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
P260Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P273Avoid release to the environment
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P284Wear respiratory protection.
P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing

MSF requirements

Reagent added to sputum samples during transport to prevent growth of contaminants.

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