Chloroxylenol serves as an indispensable and highly versatile broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent across diverse industrial sectors. In the home and personal care manufacturing industry, it is globally utilized as the primary active antibacterial constituent in household disinfectant concentrates, antibacterial hand washes, medicated soaps, antidandruff shampoos, body washes, and laundry sanitizers to eradicate common pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. In the clinical and medical healthcare field, it functions as a trusted topical antiseptic in preoperative surgical skin preparations, minor wound cleansing solutions, medical surface sprays, gynecological formulations, and clinical antiseptic wipes. In the industrial material processing sector, it acts as a powerful preservative and biocide in waterborne coatings, polymer emulsions, adhesives, leather tanning operations, paper pulp processing, and metalworking coolants to prevent microbial biodegradation and fungal spore proliferation. Furthermore, in the textile manufacturing industry, it is widely incorporated as a durable antimicrobial and anti-odor finishing agent to ensure long-lasting hygiene protection for functional fabrics.

规格 / Specification

功效 / Functions:

抗菌活性、稳定性、溶解性、安全性。

1: Antibacterial Activity. Exhibits excellent bactericidal and bactericidal effects against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and fungi.

2: Stability. PCMX exhibits good stability under normal storage conditions and does not become inactive.

3: Solubility. 20°C aqueous solution: 0.03% by weight/volume; 20°C 95% ethanol: 50% by weight/volume; soluble in polyethylene glycol, enols, olefins, benzene, ethers, non-volatile oils, and strong alkaline aqueous solutions.

4: Safety. Acute oral dose: LD50≥3g/kg (rat); Acute injectable dose: LD50≥2g/kg (rat).

应用 / Applications

防腐剂、杀菌剂

Preservatives, Antiseptics

Chloroxylenol (PCMX), also known as p-Chloro-m-xylenol, is a halogenated phenolic disinfectant. It is chemically stable and readily soluble in organic solvents such as alcohols, ethers, and polyethylene glycols, as well as strong alkaline aqueous solutions. It does not become inactive under normal storage conditions.

PCMX is a widely recognized, highly effective, broad-spectrum, and safe preservative, bactericide, and antibacterial agent. It is effective against most Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, fungi, and molds, and is characterized by low toxicity and non-irritation. Its safety has been certified by the US FDA, making it a preferred bactericide widely used in disinfection and protection. PCMX exerts its antibacterial effect by disrupting the cell membrane potential. In hospitals and homes, PCMX is used for disinfection and cleaning. It is also used in the production of antibacterial soaps, wound cleansing agents, and household antiseptics.

PCMX can be widely used as an antifungal and antibacterial agent in disinfectants and personal care products, such as anti-dandruff shampoos, hand sanitizers, soaps, and other antibacterial detergents. It can also be used as a preservative and mildew inhibitor in industries such as adhesives, coatings, paints, textiles, leather, and papermaking. PCMX is used in emulsions, cosmetics, inks, plywood, and plastics as a mildew inhibitor, particularly suitable for rigid and semi-rigid PVC sheets and artificial leather. It has good heat and weather resistance, low water extraction, and strong durability in resins. PCMX can be used in various antibacterial treatment processes, such as antibacterial treatment of leather, paper, textiles, and photographs.

1. Hospital and General Pharmaceutical Use: Skin disinfection before patient surgery; sterilization of medical equipment; daily cleaning of equipment and hard surfaces to prevent cross-infection; can be used in the production of medical antibacterial soaps, athlete's foot disinfectants, and general first aid supplies; can be formulated into liquid, anhydrous hand sanitizers, powders, creams, and lotions; can also be used as a preservative in other pharmaceuticals.

2. Household and Daily Use: Skin wound disinfectants and insecticides (liquid, creams, and lotions); general disinfectants and detergents; antibacterial soaps and personal hygiene hand sanitizers; shampoos (especially those with anti-dandruff properties).

3. Industrial Use: Coatings: Added as a fungicide to coatings, suitable for humid environments. Adhesives and Binders: Prevents microbial decomposition, avoids odors, clogs filters and corrodes metals, and prevents product failure. Leather Treatment: Prevents mold growth and resists bacterial and fungal attacks (especially salted furs, vegetable leathers, and salted or dried raw hides).

推荐使用量 / Recommended use level

0.2%~5.0%

(PCMX is dissolved in solutions such as alcohol, benzene, and ether, and then mixed with other materials to form a compound. Some nonionic or anionic surfactants can completely dissolve PCMX without forming associative compounds.)

包装 / Packing

25kgs/drum

运输编号 / UN number

UN 3077 9/PG III

储存条件 / Store at

密封保存于阴凉干燥处，避光避热 / Sealed storage in a cool and dry place, avoid light and heat.

保质期 / Shelf Life

三年 / Three years