4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol PCMX CAS 88-04-0

4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol (PCMX) CAS 88-04-0: Ultimate Guide

Table of Contents

• Product Overview
• Technical Specifications & Comparison
• Key Applications
• Usage Guidelines
• Industry Case Studies
• Request Sample/Quote

Product Overview

Technical Comparison

Key Applications

1. Disinfectants & Sanitizers

• Hospital-grade surface disinfectants
• Hand sanitizer formulations (0.3%-2% concentration)
• Veterinary equipment sterilization

2. Cosmetic Preservation

• Effective in shampoos at 0.1%-0.5%
• Cream/lotion preservation against Gram+/Gram- bacteria
• pH-stable in formulations 3-9

3. Industrial Biocides

• Cooling water treatment
• Paint/polymer preservation
• Textile antimicrobial finishing

Usage Guidelines

Recommended Concentrations

Safety Protocols

• Use PPE when handling concentrate
• Store at 15-25°C in sealed containers
• Incompatible with strong oxidizers

Industry Case Studies

Case 1: Pharmaceutical Manufacturer (Germany)

Challenge: Microbial contamination in production areas
Solution: 1.8% PCMX-based disinfectant
Result: 99.99% pathogen reduction, compliant with EU GMP standards

Case 2: Personal Care Brand (USA)

Challenge: Preservative efficacy in natural shampoo
Solution: 0.3% PCMX + organic acids
Result: 24-month shelf life, ECOCERT approval

Case 3: Medical Device Co. (China)

Challenge: Sterilization of heat-sensitive components
Solution: Alcohol-free PCMX solution (1.2%)
Result: Meets ISO 13485 requirements, 60% cost reduction

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