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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.   | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Ethanol 
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