1-Hexadecylpyridinium (CED0003414)

1-Hexadecylpyridinium (C21H38N1) is an organic compound with an average molecular weight of 304.54 g/mol. 1-Hexadecylpyridinium belongs to the pyridinium derivatives, a subclass of pyridines and derivatives within the organic compounds. The compound is found in or released from 29 recorded sources across several sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with antennas, auxiliary devices, discharge lamps, electric hearing aids, and conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materials. In the category of household cleaning and consumer products, it is found in bleaching agents, perfumes within detergents and soaps, cigar cigarettes, non electric simulated smoking devices, other smoking requisites, and four additional sources. Its presence in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products includes antiseptics and disinfectants, irrigating solutions, stomatological preparations, medicated dressings, and throat preparations. Additionally, it is used in food, food processing, and cookware for processing meats and food preservation. Recorded exposure routes for 1-Hexadecylpyridinium include buccal, dental, oral, topical, and extracorporeal routes.