Chloroxylenol/PCMX  (P-Chloro-m-Xylenol) is a antimicrobial chemical compound used to control bacteria, algae and fungi in adhesives, emulsions, paints and wash tanks. It is also commonly used in antibacterial soaps such as Dettol. Studies have shown a low anti microbial activity which is enhanced by additives. Its antibacterial action is due to disruption of cell membrane potentials.

Function:
1.Hospital and general medicinal; patient skin disinfection before surgery; sterilization of medical equipment; daily cleaning of equipment and hard surfaces to avoid cross-infection; medical antibacterial soap can be produced by PCMX, Hong Kong foot fungicide and general first-aid supplies . It can be formulated into liquid, anhydrous hand soap, powder, cream and lotion; PCMX can also be used as a preservative in other medicines.
2.household and daily sterilization
Bactericides and insecticides for skin wounds (liquids, creams and lotions); common and detergents; germicidal soaps and personal hygiene hand sanitizers; shampoos (especially products with anti-dandruff function).
3.industrial use
Coating surface: added as a fungicide in coatings, suitable for use in humid environments; glues and binders: prevent microbial decomposition, avoid odors, block filters and corrode metals, prevent product failure; leather treatment: prevent mildew , against bacterial and fungal attack (especially salted fur, plant leather and salted or air-dried raw hides). Textile finishing and post-treatment: pre-impregnation of the fibers.
4.Usage: 0.2-5.0%
5.Method of use: Add PCMX to a solution of alcohol, benzene, ether, etc., and then mix with other materials. Certain nonionic or anionic surfactants completely dissolve PCMX and do not form associations.