Para chloro meta cresol (PCMC), also known as chlorocresol, is a crystalline powder used as a biocide, disinfectant, and preservative in a wide range of products, including soaps, antiseptics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications like textiles and leather. It is a chlorinated organic compound , appearing as a white or off-white crystalline solid with a phenolic odor. While it is poisonous and can cause irritation, it is effective as an antiseptic and antifungal agent.
Purity
99% +
Application
Industrial
Shape
Crystal
Smell
Stimulus
Appearance
white to off white crystalline powder
Shelf Life
3 Years
Density
1.12 Kilogram per cubic meter (kg/m3)
Molecular Weight
142.58 Grams (g)
Melting Point
60 C ~ 65C
Ingredients
meta cresol
HS Code
2908 99 90
Molecular Formula
C H ClO
Solubility
IPA,Ethanol and more
Grade
commercial
Product Type
Para Chloro Meta Cresol
CAS No
59-50-7
EINECS No
200-431-6
Usage
Personal Care: Found in soaps, hand sanitizers, lotions, creams, and cosmetics to prevent microbial contamination.
Pharmaceuticals: Used as a preservative in topical ointments, creams, eye drops, and oral care products to ensure product stability and prevent infection.
Industrial Uses:
Preservative: Prevents the growth of mold and mildew in paints, coatings, adhesives, and other manufacturing processes.
Antimicrobial: Applied to textiles and leather to inhibit bacterial growth and prevent odor.
Disinfectant: Used in household and institutional cleaners and disinfectants.
Chemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of other chemical products.
Food Industry: Acts as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in some processed foods, sauces, and canned goods to extend their shelf life.
Poisonous
YES
Ph Level
6
Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder Trade Information
Minimum Order Quantity
25 Kilograms
FOB Port
ICD Vadodara
Payment Terms
Cash Advance (CA), Cash in Advance (CID), Letter of Credit at Sight (Sight L/C), Telegraphic Transfer (T/T)
Supply Ability
10000 Kilograms Per Month
Delivery Time
3 Days
Sample Available
Yes
Sample Policy
Free samples available with shipping and taxes paid by the buyer
Packaging Details
25 Kgs Paper drums or UN approved HDPE Drums
Main Export Market(s)
Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, South America, Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, Africa
Main Domestic Market
Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, All India, South India, Central India, West India, North India, East India, Gujarat, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Jharkhand, Odisha, Punjab, Assam, Delhi, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Pondicherry, Meghalaya, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Daman and Diu, Goa, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
Certifications
ISO 9001
About Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder
We are considered to be one of the most reputed and eminent manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and exporters of Para Chloro Meta Cresol. This chemical is processed at our state-of-the-art laboratory under the stringent guidance of skilled and highly experienced professionals. Our offered chemical is quite pure in nature. We, at our end, use only standard quality chemicals in preparing these products. Our clients can avail this chemical at highly cost-effective prices.
Para Chloro Meta Cresol finds its application as a disinfectant in hand wash, antiseptics, and medicinal soaps as well. It is a colorless dimorphic crystalline compound which also serves as a preservative in many products. This compound has the chemical formula CHClO and molecular mass of 142.58 g/mol. Abbreviated as PCMC, it is the chlorinated form of phenol, which is slightly soluble in water but completely soluble in alcohol.
Para Chloro Meta Cresol Properties:
Synonyms: 4 Chloro 3 Methyl Phenol, 4 Chloro M Cresol
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Assay: 99%+ by G.C.
Water Content: <0.5% by K.F.
Density (@70C): 1.12
Boiling Point: 235C
Melting Point: 6065C
Solubility in Water: 0.4 g/L
Solubility: Soluble in most organic solvents
Para Chloro Meta Cresol Usage:
Biocide
Disinfectant & Antiseptic
External Germicide
Preservative
FAQs of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder:
Q: What are the physical properties of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder?
A: Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a density of 1.12 kg/m3 and a melting point between 60C to 65C.
Q: Is Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder poisonous?
A: Yes, Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is considered poisonous.
Q: What solvents is Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder soluble in?
A: Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is soluble in IPA (isopropyl alcohol), ethanol, and other solvents.
Q: What is the shelf life of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder?
A: The shelf life of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is 3 years when stored at room temperature.
Q: What are the common applications of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder?
A: Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is commonly used as a disinfectant, antiseptic, preservative, and in glues (0.1% to 5%).
Q: What is the purity and CAS number of Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder?
A: Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder has a purity of 99%+ and the CAS number is 59-50-7.
Q: What grade is Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder available in?
A: Para Chloro Meta Cresol Powder is available in commercial grade.
Price 1000.0 INR/ Kilograms
Minimum Order Quantity
25 Kilograms
Supply Ability
10000 Kilograms Per Month
Delivery Time
3 Days
Main Domestic Market
Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, All India, South India, Central India, West India, North India, East India, Gujarat, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Jharkhand, Odisha, Punjab, Assam, Delhi, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Pondicherry, Meghalaya, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Daman and Diu, Goa, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
Main Export Market(s)
Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, South America, Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, Africa