p-Chlorocresol

p-Chlorocresol
Names
IUPAC name
4-chloro-3-methylphenol
Identifiers
59-50-7changed
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ChEMBL ChEMBL1230222 N
ChemSpider 21106018 N
ECHA InfoCard 100.000.392
PubChem 1732
Properties
C7H7ClO
Molar mass 142.58 g·mol−1
Hazards
Safety data sheet Oxford MSDS
Harmful (Xn)
Related compounds
Related compounds
Chloroxylenol (4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol)
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p-Chlorocresol (p-chloro-m-cresol; PCMC; brand name: Preventol CMK) is a chlorinated phenol which is used as an antiseptic and preservative.[1] It forms colourless, dimorphous crystals at room temperature and is only slightly soluble in water. For use as a disinfectant such as a hand wash, it is commonly dissolved in alcohol in combination with other phenols.[2] It is a moderate allergen for sensitive skin.[3]

See also

References

  1. Susan C Smolinske (1992), Handbook of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Excipients, p. 87
  2. C. Glen Mayhall (2004), Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control, p. 1741
  3. Howard I. Maibach (2001), Toxicology of Skin, p. 339
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