What is Triclosan?

Triclosan (5-chloro-2-(2, 4-dichlorophenoxy) phenol) is a potent antibacterial agent and fungicide. In normal conditions it is a colorless solid with a light phenol smell. Triclosan is a chlorinated aromatic compound with functional groups representative of ethers and phenols. It is slightly soluble in water but completely soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether, and stronger basic solutions such as 1M sodium hydroxide, making it similar to most other phenols.

 

The FDA classifies Triclosan as a Class III drug, whereas the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) registers it as a pesticide and considers it a high risk to human health and the environment. This is because the chemical formulation and molecular structure of this compound are similar to some of the most toxic chemicals on earth, such as dioxin and PCBs.

 

Physicochemical Information for Triclosan

 

 

Formula: C12 H7 Cl3 O2

Molecular Mass: 289.5 g/mol

Melting Point: 55-57°C

Boiling Point: 120°C

As a result of its bacteriostatic activity against a broad range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, Triclosan has been increasingly used in personal care products, cosmetics, toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorant, cream, anti-microbial acne treatment, lotions and soaps. It is also added to plastics, polymers, textiles and medical devices for implantation, giving these materials "antibacterial properties."

 

Triclosan is also found in a large number of consumer products, such as kitchen utensils, toys, bedding, socks and garbage bags. It has been shown to be effective in reducing and controlling bacterial contamination on the hands and on treated products.

We are pleased to present Netchem, a provider of Triclosan:

 

Netchem is a distributor of specialty chemicals worldwide, offering among its wide range of triclosan.

 

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