4-Chloro-2-methylphenol

• CAT Number: R026471
• CAS Number: 1570-64-5
• Molecular Formula: C7H7ClO
• Molecular Weight: 142.58
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Chloro-o-cresol; 4-Chloro-2-cresol; 4-Chloro-2-methylphenol; 4-Chloro-o-cresol?5-Chloro-2-hydroxytoluene; NSC 2851; PCOC; p-Chloro-o-cresol
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 4-chloro-2-methylphenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(8)2-3-7(5)9/h2-4,9H,1H3
• InChIKey: RHPUJHQBPORFGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)Cl)O

4-Chloro-2-methylphenol（Cat No.:R026471）, also known as PCMX (para-chloro-meta-xylenol), is an aromatic compound with the molecular formula C7H7ClO. It features a phenol ring substituted with a chlorine atom at the para position and a methyl group at the ortho position. This compound is widely recognized for its antimicrobial and disinfectant properties, making it a key active ingredient in soaps, hand sanitizers, and household cleaners. It is effective against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. 4-Chloro-2-methylphenol is also used in pharmaceutical and personal care products due to its broad-spectrum biocidal activity and low toxicity.