Para Chloro Meta Xylenol (PCMX)

Chloroxylenol (4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol) is a broad spectrum antimicrobial chemical compound used to control bacteria, algae, fungi and virus. It is used in hospitals and households for disinfection and sanitation. It is also commonly used in antibacterial soaps, wound-cleansing applications and household antiseptics such as Dettol liquid (to which it contributes its distinctive odor), cream and ointments.

 

Other names :

4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol, Chloroxylenol

 

Properties :

CAS No.                       : 88-04-0

EINECS NO                 : 201-793-8

Chemical formula         : C₈H₉ClO

Molar mass                   : 156.61 g·mol−1

 

SPECIFICATION
Appearance	White to off white crystalline powder
Solubility	Insoluble in water, soluble in methanol, acetone, chloroform, alkali solution.
Assay by G.C.	Not less than 99 %
Melting point	114 to 116 ° c
Water by K.F.	Not more than 0.5 %
Iron content	100 ppm max.
Sulphated ash	Not more than 0.2 %