Chloroxylenol (PCMX)

Chloroxylenol, commonly known as PCMX or para-chloro-meta-xylenol, ek halogenated phenolic compound widely used as preservative aur antimicrobial active in cosmetic aur personal care formulations. ke sath INCI name Chloroxylenol aur CAS number 88-04-0, Ye faraham karta hai reliable protection against gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, aur molds at concentrations as low as 0.1%. PCMX kaam karta hai by disrupting microbial cell membranes aur denaturing cytoplasmic proteins, making it one ka most versatile broad-spectrum preservatives available to cosmetic formulators. It is widely used in antiseptic liquid soaps, body washes, deodorant formulations, foot care products, aur medicated skincare preparations. Listed under Annex V ka EU Cosmetics Regulation as permitted preservative at maximum ka 0.5%, Chloroxylenol holds well-established global safety record in both cosmetic aur pharmaceutical applications. Its compatibility ke sath most cosmetic bases aur straightforward incorporation via propylene glycol make it reliable choice ke liye professional preservation systems. Chiltan Pure PK Pakistan supplies cosmetic-grade Chloroxylenol to DIY beauty formulators, independent skincare aur hygiene brands, aur cosmetic chemists across Pakistan.