2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol
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| 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol | |
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| IUPAC name | (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanol |
| Other names | Dybenal Rapidosept Myacide SP |
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| CAS number | [] |
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| SMILES | C1=CC(=C(C=C1Cl)Cl)CO |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C7H6Cl2O |
| Molar mass | 177.03 g/mol |
| Melting point |
57-60 °C |
| Boiling point |
150 °C (25 mmHg) |
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2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol is a mild antiseptic, able to kill bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections. It is a common ingredient in throat lozenges such as Strepsils.
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