Applications
PCMX is a halogenated phenol used as an additive (preservative)and as an active antimicrobial agent and is particularly effective against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. PCMX is often used in hand cleaners, surgical scrubs and medical topical products such as electrode pastes and topical medicaments. Itis also used as a preservative in cosmetics, hand creams, and metalworking fluids.
4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylphenol (Chloroxylenol / PCMX)
WC Code: 03-127-01
Specifications
Appearance: White Crystalline Powder
Identification: PASS
Melting Point:114oC – 116oC
Water: 0.2% Max
Iron Content: 100 PPM Max
Total Impurities: 1.5% Max
Assay: 98.5% Min
Perchloroethylene Content: 0.4% Max
Solubility: Lightly Soluble in Water
Residue on Ignition: 0.1% Max
Packing
55.12 lb bag, 20 bags per pallet
4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylphenol (Chloroxylenol / PCMX)
WC Code: 03-127-02
Specifications
Appearance: White Crystal
Purity (GC): 99.0% Min
Melting Point: 114-116°C
Sulfate Ash: 1% Max
Residue on Ignition: 0.1% Max
Moisture: 0.50% Max
Packing
55.115 lb cardboard drum, 16 drums per pallet
