Introduction:
4-Chloro Resorcinol (4-CR) is an organic aromatic compound belonging to the resorcinol derivatives family. It is a chlorinated dihydroxybenzene compound, appearing as an off-white to light brown crystalline powder. This compound is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, dyes, and hair coloring formulations due to its antiseptic and chemical reactivity properties.
 
Applications:
Hair Dye Formulations: Used as a key intermediate and color-forming agent in oxidative hair dyes.
Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a raw material in the synthesis of antiseptics, dermatological agents, and APIs.
Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate for fine chemicals and resorcinol-based derivatives.
Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a reagent in certain laboratory and analytical processes.
Cosmetic Industry: Used in controlled concentrations for coloring and treatment formulations.
 
Benefits:
High purity and stability suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.
Effective antiseptic and antibacterial properties.
Versatile intermediate for multiple chemical syntheses.
Excellent solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone.
Consistent performance under industrial processing conditions.