Chloroxylenol is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial chemical compound used to control bacteria, algae, fungi and virus.

Product information

CAS Number: 88-04-0

Molecular Weight: 156.61

Formula: C8H9ClO

Synonym:

4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

PCMX

Chemical Name: 4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Smiles: CC1C=C(O)C=C(C)C=1Cl

InChiKey: OSDLLIBGSJNGJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C8H9ClO/c1-5-3-7(10)4-6(2)8(5)9/h3-4,10H,1-2H3

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Solubility: DMSO: 29 mg/mL (185.2 mM) Ethanol: 29 mg/mL (185.2 mM)

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 ^oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.

Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 ^oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Drug Formulation: To be determined

HS Tariff Code: 382200

How to use

In Vitro:

Chloroxylenol is inactivated by hard water. 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.

References:

1. Holt GS, et al. Shigatoxin encoding Bacteriophage ϕ24B modulates bacterial metabolism to raise antimicrobial tolerance. Sci Rep. 2017 Jan 20;7:40424.
2. Wood A, et al. The action of three antiseptics/disinfectants against enveloped and non-enveloped viruses. J Hosp Infect. 1998 Apr;38(4):283-95.

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