Used in soaps, anionic detergents, cosmetics and aerosol spray products. It is a useful biochemical for proteomics research.
In household, hospital and veterinary disinfectant preparations.
Clorofene can be prepared by reaction of 2-benzylphenol with SO2Cl2 at 100 C. It is used as an active agent in disinfectants.
White to light tan or pink flakes or white crystals. Insoluble in water. Slight phenolic odor.
Clorofene is incompatible with acids and oxidizing agents . Is sensitive to light. Stable at temperatures up to 77°F when protected from light, but storage at 140° F causes decomposition.
Highly toxic, an irritant.
Clorofene is combustible.
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified
