Chloroxylenol
CAS: 88-04-0
HeartPhenolic
Identifiers
Manufacturer
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CAS number
88-04-0
CAS (all sources)
88-04-0
CAS (Perfumiarz)
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CAS (PerfumersWorld)
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CAS (FraterWork)
88-04-0
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INCI name (FraterWork)
CHLOROXYLENOL
IUPAC name (FraterWork)
4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol
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EC number (Hekserij)
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Synonyms (FraterWork)
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Scent profile
Note type (FraterWork)
Heart Note
Odour family (FraterWork)
Phenolic
Odour profile (FraterWork)
Chloroxylenol possesses a potent medicinal-phenolic odour with
sharp tar-like facets, reminiscent of hospital corridors and antiseptic
solutions, underlaid with dry woody-cresolic nuances.
Longevity (FraterWork)
Lasts > 24 hours on a smelling strip.
Appearance (FraterWork)
White powder
Descriptions
Comment (FraterWork)
Chloroxylenol opens with an unmistakable antiseptic sharpness that immediately
evokes clean, clinical spaces. This powerful phenolic material carries the
signature Dettol aroma. Its penetrating medicinal quality cuts through
compositions with surgical precision.
You'll find this material invaluable for creating authentic hospital or medical
environments in conceptual fragrances. At extreme dilution, it adds a subtle
phenolic dryness to leather accords. Blend it with vanillin to create
intriguing, sweet-medicinal contrasts that evoke vintage apothecary
preparations.
Use Chloroxylenol sparingly—its potency demands respect. A mere trace transforms
woody bases into something darker and more complex. Combine with creosol and
guaiacol for intense tar-leather effects that push boundaries in avant-garde
perfumery.
Of note, the reason for its dettol like smell is because this is actually a
component of Dettol; it has amazing anti-microbial and preservative properties,
and while we sell it mainly as an interesting odour chemical, those other facets
are a bonus.
aromachem
Notes
Chloroxylenol opens with an unmistakable antiseptic sharpness that immediately
evokes clean, clinical spaces. This powerful phenolic material carries the
signature Dettol aroma. Its penetrating medicinal quality cuts through
compositions with surgical precision.
You'll find this material invaluable for creating authentic hospital or medical
environments in conceptual fragrances. At extreme dilution, it adds a subtle
phenolic dryness to leather accords. Blend it with vanillin to create
intriguing, sweet-medicinal contrasts that evoke vintage apothecary
preparations.
Use Chloroxylenol sparingly—its potency demands respect. A mere trace transforms
woody bases into something darker and more complex. Combine with creosol and
guaiacol for intense tar-leather effects that push boundaries in avant-garde
perfumery.
Of note, the reason for its dettol like smell is because this is actually a
component of Dettol; it has amazing anti-microbial and preservative properties,
and while we sell it mainly as an interesting odour chemical, those other facets
are a bonus.
aromachem
Usage
Uses (FraterWork)
Creates authentic medicinal accords, adds phenolic depth to leather
compositions, reinforces tar notes.
IFRA 51 (FraterWork)
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Odour Family: Phenolic
Appearance: White powder
Longevity: Lasts > 24 hours on a smelling strip.
Odour Profile: Chloroxylenol possesses a potent medicinal-phenolic odour with
sharp tar-like facets, reminiscent of hospital corridors and antiseptic
solutions, underlaid with dry woody-cresolic nuances.
Uses: Creates authentic medicinal accords, adds phenolic depth to leather
compositions, reinforces tar notes.
INCI Name: CHLOROXYLENOL
IUPAC Name: 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol
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