Chloroxylenol
Chloroxylenol (PCMX) is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent effective against viruses, bacteria, fungi, and algae. It is widely utilized in household and clinical disinfection, and serves as a key compound in microbiological research for evaluating antiseptic efficacy in both in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
88-04-0
Product Name Alternative
5-dimethylphenol, 4-Chloro-3, 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol, 4-Chloro-3-xylenol, Antibiotic, Bacterial, Chloroxylenol, PCMX, Influenza Virus, InfluenzaVirus
Field of Research
Infectious Disease & Virology, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
98.78% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:1 mg/mL (6.39 mM) ; DMSO:6.25 mg/mL (39.91 mM) ; Ethanol:29 mg/mL (185.17 mM)
Smiles
Cc1cc (O) cc (C) c1Cl
Molecular Formula
C8H9ClO
Molecular Weight
156.61
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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