Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year
Chloroxylenol (PCMX) (4-chloro-3, 5-dimethylphenol), a broad spectrum antimicrobial chemical compound, is used to control virus, bacteria, fungi, and algae. It is used in households and hospitals for sanitation and disinfection.
Pack Size | Availability | Price/USD | Quantity |
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250 mg | In stock | $ 31.00 | |
500 mg | In stock | $ 42.00 | |
5 g | In stock | $ 50.00 | |
1 mL * 10 mM (in DMSO) | In stock | $ 46.00 |
Description | Chloroxylenol (PCMX) (4-chloro-3, 5-dimethylphenol), a broad spectrum antimicrobial chemical compound, is used to control virus, bacteria, fungi, and algae. It is used in households and hospitals for sanitation and disinfection. |
In vitro | Chloroxylenol is inactivated by hard water[1]. 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, cream and ointments. Its antibacterial action is due to disruption of cell membrane potentials[2]. |
Synonyms | 5-dimethylphenol, 4-Chloro-3, 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol, PCMX |
Molecular Weight | 156.61 |
Formula | C8H9ClO |
CAS No. | 88-04-0 |
Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year
DMSO: 29 mg/mL (185.2 mM)
H2O: < 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble)
Ethanol: 29 mg/mL (185.2 mM)
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