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4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol
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4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol, also known as chloroxylenol (PCMX), is a chlorinated phenolic compound used mainly as an antiseptic, disinfectant and antimicrobial preservative, for example as the active ingredient in Dettol-type antiseptics and antibacterial soaps, and also in organic synthesis. It appears as a white to pale yellow crystalline solid. CAS: 88-04-0, Molecular Formula: C8H9ClO, Molecular Weight: 156.61 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to cream crystals |
| Melting Point | 114-116 °C |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity | ≥98.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤100 ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Phenolic odor |
| Melting Point | 115.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 246 °C |
| Density | 0.89 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 250 mg/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, ether. Slightly soluble in benzene and pet ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0018 mmHg |
| pKa | Pka = 9.7 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.27 |
Source: PubChem CID 2723 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15961166 |
| CAS Number | 88-04-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol |
| EC Number | 201-793-8 |
| Molecular Formula | ClC6H2(CH3)2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 156.61 |
| Exact Mass | 156.0342 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=CC(=C1Cl)C)O |
| InChIKey | OSDLLIBGSJNGJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9ClO/c1-5-3-7(10)4-6(2)8(5)9/h3-4,10H,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 2723 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29081960 |
| Tariff Code | 2908190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Chloro-m-xylenol
- 4-Chloro-3,5-xylenol
- 4-Chloro-m-xylenol
- Benzytol
- chloroxylenol
- Desson
- Ottasept
- p-Chloro-m-xylenol
- parachlorometaxylenol
- PCMX
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol used for?
It is primarily used as an antiseptic, disinfectant and antimicrobial preservative, for example as the active ingredient in Dettol-type antiseptics and antibacterial soaps. It is bactericidal against most Gram-positive bacteria and also acts as a molluscicide.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is ClC6H2(CH3)2OH and the molecular weight is 156.61 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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