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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 | Price | Availability | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 g | $29 | In Stock | |
| 1 mL x 10 mM (in DMSO) | $29 | In Stock |
| 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 | PCMX, 5-dimethylphenol, 4-Chloro-3-xylenol, 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol |
| Molecular Weight | 156.61 |
| Formula | C8H9ClO |
| Cas No. | 88-04-0 |
| Smiles | Cc1cc(O)cc(C)c1Cl |
| Relative Density. | 1.183 g/cm3 |
| Color | White |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Solubility Information | DMSO: 6.25 mg/mL (39.91 mM), Sonication is recommended. H2O: < 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) Ethanol: 29 mg/mL (185.17 mM), Sonication is recommended. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| In Vivo Formulation | 10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline: 1 mg/mL (6.39 mM), Sonication is recommended. Please add the solvents sequentially, clarifying the solution as much as possible before adding the next one. Dissolve by heating and/or sonication if necessary. Working solution is recommended to be prepared and used immediately. The formulation provided above is for reference purposes only. In vivo formulations may vary and should be modified based on specific experimental conditions. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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DMSO/Ethanol
Ethanol
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