Disinfectant Fluids (Phenolic Type)

Abstract

These are homogeneous solutions of Coal tar acids or similar acids derived from petroleum with or without hydrocarbons or other phenolic compounds including substituted phenolic compounds or a mixture of these or a suitable emulsifier. It is black in colour and on dilution with water it gives translucent off white colour. It contains Monochlorophenol (MCP) whose RWC ( Rideal Walker Constant) value is about 50- 60 or Chloro Xylenol whose RWC value is about 100 – 120. Higher the RWC of the product, better is the quality.