4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol/ PCMX CAS 88-04-0
Typical Properties
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Item |
Specifications |
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Appearance |
White crystal powder |
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Odour |
Phenolic characterslic odour |
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Purity |
99%min |
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Impurities MX |
0.5%Max |
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Impurities OCMX |
0.3%Max |
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Water |
0.5%Max |
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Iron |
80ppm Max |
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Residue on ignition |
0.1%Max |
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Solubility |
Clear solution |
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Melting Point |
114-116°C |
Product Advantages
1.Broad-Spectrum & Potent Antimicrobial Action: Effectively eliminates Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, Candida albicans, molds, and certain viruses. It is highly effective against Staphylococcus aureus, Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes), and Escherichia coli, covering over 160 types of harmful microorganisms.
2.Excellent Formulation Compatibility: Highly compatible with anionic/non-ionic surfactants, emulsifiers, and various preservatives. It can be combined with IPMP or parabens for synergistic effects, thereby reducing the required dosage.
3.Safe & Compliant: Listed by the WHO as a basic disinfectant ingredient and recognized by the FDA. Characterized by low toxicity, minimal irritation, and high skin compatibility. Approved in both the EU CosIng inventory and China's Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients (IECIC).
4.High Stability: Resists degradation and discoloration during storage at room temperature. Tolerates heat and varying pH levels, ensuring long-lasting preservation without losing efficacy.
Application
1. Personal Care
Antibacterial soaps, hand sanitizers, and disinfectants: 0.5%–5.0%
Anti-dandruff shampoos, care lotions, and acne treatment washes: 0.1%–0.3%
2. Pharmaceutical Disinfection
Pre-operative skin antiseptics, topical wound cleansers, medical instrument wipes, and active ingredients for antibacterial ointments.
3. Household & Public Sanitization
Household hard surface cleaners, hotel/supermarket environmental disinfectants, and fabric sanitizing laundry detergents.
4. Industrial Preservation
Metalworking fluids, leather anti-mold treatments, textile antimicrobial finishing, preservation for paints/adhesives/emulsions, and papermaking bacteriostatic agents: 0.1%–1.0%
Package
Packing: 25kg/drum
Storage
Stored in the dry ventilated room away from direct sunlight






