CAS 5538-41-0

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Description:

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol, with the CAS number 5538-41-0, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of chlorinated phenols. It features a phenolic structure with a chlorine atom and two methyl groups attached to the aromatic ring. This compound is typically a white to light yellow solid at room temperature and is known for its antimicrobial properties, making it useful in various applications, including as a preservative and disinfectant. It is moderately soluble in water and more soluble in organic solvents, which influences its behavior in different environments. The presence of the chlorine atom enhances its reactivity, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions. Safety considerations are important when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled, and appropriate precautions should be taken to minimize exposure. Overall, 2-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol is a significant compound in both industrial and laboratory settings due to its functional properties.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9ClO/c1-5-3-6(2)8(9)7(10)4-5/h3-4,10H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ZXPLGLMEXWSLCX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: ClC1=C(C)C=C(C)C=C1O

Synonyms:

• 2-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylphenol
• 3,5-Xylenol, 2-chloro-
• Phenol, 2-chloro-3,5-dimethyl-
• 2-Chloro-3,5-xylenol

Chloroxylenol Related Compound A (2-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol)

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Derivatives containing only halogen substitutes and the

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Color and Shape: White Flakes

Molecular weight: 156.03419

Ref: 45-1122722

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

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Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 156.6095

Ref: IN-DA00DAFZ

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

CAS: 5538-41-0

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 156.612

Ref: 54-OR73737

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Controlled Product

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Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 86-MM1997.01

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

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2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: IN-DG120977

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

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2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol is an organic solvent with a high reactivity that has been used as a chlorinating agent in the production of amines and toluene. It has been shown to be reactive with many substances such as amines, chlorination, toluene, anthracene, anthraquinone and hydrochloric acid. 2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol is also reactive with aluminium and chlorides. It can introduce chlorine into organic molecules like vanadyl or hydrogen chloride.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: Min. 98%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 156.61 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FC31510

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

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Ref: BE-BePure-21438

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

CAS: 5538-41-0

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 10-F321894

2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol

Controlled Product

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Applications 2-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol is an impurity in the synthesis of Chloroxylenol (C427950) an antiseptic and germicide. Chloroxylenol is used for mildew prevention. Chloroxylenol is also an antibacterial; antiseptic (topical and urinary).
References Heberer, T., et al.: Toxicol. Lett., 131, 5 (2002), Nikolaou, A., et al.: Anal. Bioanal. Chem., 387, 1225 (2007), Focazio, M., et al.: Sci. Total Environ., 402, 201 (2008), Miege, C., et al.: Environ. Pollut., 157, 1721 (2009),

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: TR-C366000

Chloroxylenol USP Related Compound A

CAS: 5538-41-0

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: ST-EA-CP-C226001