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p-Chloro-m-cresol - Pharma grade
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p-Chloro-m-cresol is an aromatic organic compound used as a preservative in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial water treatments due to its antimicrobial properties. It also serves as a disinfectant and germicide, and as a preservative for glues, gums, paints, inks, textiles and leather goods. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a faint phenolic odor, effective against bacteria and fungi. This pharma-grade chemical has a CAS number of 59-50-7, molecular formula ClC6H3(CH3)OH, and a molecular weight of 142.58. Store at ambient conditions, handling with care as it carries a **Danger** signal word. Molekula supplies p-Chloro-m-cresol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Melting Point | 63 - 66°C |
| Solubility | Conforms to USP-NF (Clear colourless solution) |
| Assay | 98.0 - 101.0% |
| Acidity | Conforms to USP-NF, Consumption of 0.01M NaOH: ≤ 0.2ml |
| Related Substances | ≤ 1.0% |
| Non-Volatile Matter | ≤ 0.1% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 118 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or slightly pink crystals |
| Melting Point | 67 °C |
| Boiling Point | 235 °C |
| Density | 1.37 g/cm³ |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alkalies, organic solvents, fats, and oils |
| Vapour Pressure | 5.00 × 10⁻² mmHg at 20 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 9.55 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.10 |
Source: PubChem CID 1732 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033268 |
| CAS Number | 59-50-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-chloro-3-methylphenol |
| EC Number | 200-431-6 |
| Molecular Formula | ClC6H3(CH3)OH |
| Molecular Weight | 142.58 |
| Exact Mass | 142.0185 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)O)Cl |
| InChIKey | CFKMVGJGLGKFKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(9)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 1732 |
| UN Number | UN3437 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 2908190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302+312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1C) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is p-Chloro-m-cresol primarily used for in the pharmaceutical industry?
p-Chloro-m-cresol is commonly used as a preservative in pharmaceutical formulations, including vaccines, eye drops, and topical creams, due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of p-Chloro-m-cresol?
The chemical formula is **ClC₆H₃(CH₃)OH**, and the molecular weight is **142.58 g/mol**.
How should p-Chloro-m-cresol (pharma grade) be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of p-Chloro-m-cresol does Molekula supply, and is it suitable for pharmaceutical applications?
Molekula supplies **pharma grade** p-Chloro-m-cresol, which meets regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical use.
Can Molekula supply p-Chloro-m-cresol in bulk quantities for large-scale production?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of p-Chloro-m-cresol, with flexible packaging options to meet your production needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of pharma-grade p-Chloro-m-cresol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
What is it used for?
p-Chloro-m-cresol is used as a biocide and preservative in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations, as a disinfectant and germicide, and as a preservative for glues, gums, paints, inks, textiles and leather goods.
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