Chemical Name: |
Chloroxylenol, 4-Chloro-3, 5-dimethylphenol, p-Chloro-m-Xylenol |
| Molecular Formula: |
C8H9ClO |
| Molecular Weight: |
156.61 |
| CAS No.: |
88-04-0 |
| EINECS No.: |
201-793-8 |
| Edition: |
Q/320982HXGC 004-2011 |
Physical and Chemical Properties:
Chloroxylenol (PCMX)
A secure, high-efficient, broad spectrum, low-toxic antibacterial;
Large potency to Gram-positive, Gram-negative, epiphyte and mildew approved by FDA;
Good chemical stability, doesn't lose activity in normal storage conditions;
Solubility: 0.03wt% in water, freely soluble in organic solvent & alkaline solution.
Quality Specification:
| Item |
Standard |
| Appearance |
White to off-white crystal |
| Smell |
Phenol-like |
| Purity |
98.5% Min |
| Melting point |
114-116oC |
| Water |
0.5% Max |
| Iron |
80ppm Max |
| Residue on ignition |
0.1% Max |
| 3, 5-Xylenol |
0.5% Max |
| 2-chloro-3,5-Xylenol |
0.3% Max |
| Clarity of solution |
Clear solution free of particles |
Application: Chloroxylenol (PCMX) is a low-poison bactericide, can be used in the fields of Personal care products, antibacterial hand soap, soap, shampoo and healthy products; Household & institutional disinfectant and cleansers, Public & hospital Hygiene; Other industrial fields such as film, glue, oiled, textile and paper making, etc.
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