P-Chlorocresol

p-Chlorocresol
IUPAC name 4-chloro-3-methylphenol
Identifiers
CAS number	59-50-7 N
ChemSpider	21106018
Jmol-3D images	Image 1
SMILES Oc1ccc(Cl)c(C)c1
InChI InChI=1S/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(9)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3 Key: CFKMVGJGLGKFKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N InChI=1/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(9)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3 Key: CFKMVGJGLGKFKI-UHFFFAOYAE
Properties
Molecular formula	C7H7ClO
Molar mass	142.58 g mol−1
Hazards
MSDS	Oxford MSDS
EU classification	Harmful (Xn)
Related compounds
Related compounds	Chloroxylenol (4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol)
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Infobox references

p-Chlorocresol is a chlorinated phenol which is used as an antiseptic and preservative.^[1] It forms colourless, dimorphous crystals at room temperature and is only slightly soluble in water. For use as a disinfectant such as a hand wash, it is commonly dissolved in alcohol in combination with other phenols.^[2] It is a moderate allergen for sensitive skin.^[3]

See also

• Cresol

References