Para Chloro Meta Xylenol (PCMX)

Chemical Information:

- CAS Number: 88-04-0

- HS CODE : 29081900

- Molecular Formula: C8H9ClO

- Molecular Weight: 156.61 g/mol

- Synonyms: Chloroxylenol, PCMX

Properties:

- Appearance: White crystalline powder

- Solubility: Soluble in water and organic solvents

- pH: 5-7 (1% aqueous solution)

- Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Specifications:

- Assay: 99%

- Melting point: 114-118C

- Loss on drying: 0.5%

- Residue on ignition: 0.1%

- Particle size: 100-200 mesh

Applications:

- Antimicrobial agent in:

    - Personal care products (soaps, shampoos)

    - Cosmetics

    - Pharmaceuticals

    - Medical devices

- Preservative in:

    - Food processing

    - Textile industry

    - Leather industry.