4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol PCMX CAS 88-04-0

Chemical Name: 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol/PCMX

CAS No.: 88-04-0

Molecular Formula: C8H9OCl

Molecular weight: 156.5

Appearance: White crystal powder

PCMX Quick Details

Chemical Name: PCMX

CAS No.: 88-04-0

Molecular Formula: C8H9OCl

Chemical Structure:

Molecular weight: 156.5

Appearance: White crystal powder

Typical Properties

Items	Standard
Appearance	White crystal powder
Odour	Phenolic characterslic odour
Purity	99%min
Impurities MX	0.5%Max
Impurities OCMX	0.3%Max
Water	0.5%Max
Iron	80ppm Max
Residue on ignition	0.1%Max
Solubility	Clear solution
Melting Point	114-116°C

Use of PCMX

1. Cosmetics

Used as the stabilizer in face cream, lipstick, shampoo and eye shadow

2. Pharmaceutical

Used to inhibit bacterial or fungal skin diseases, oral or anus disinfection

3. Industry

Used as disinfectant in room and clothes

Packaging and Shipping

25 kg/drum or 9 ton/container

PCMX Storage

Stored in the dry ventilated room away from direct sunlight