What Does Chlorocresol Mean?

p-Chlorocresol is the organic compound with the formula ClC₆H₄OH. It is a monochlorinated m-cresol. It is a white or colorless solid that is only slightly soluble in water. As a solution in alcohol and in combination with other phenols, it is used as an antiseptic and preservative.

What is the meaning of Chlorocresol?

Medical Definition of chlorocresol

: any of several chlorine derivatives of the cresols especially : the para derivative C₇H₇ClO used as an antiseptic and preservative.

Is Chlorocresol safe for skin?

The Government concluded that chlorocresol is harmful to human health at levels of exposure considered in the assessment.