Triclosan
Agent Name
Triclosan
CAS Number
3380-34-5
Formula
C12-H7-Cl3-O2
Major Category
Other Uses
Synonyms
2,4,4'-Trichloro-2'-hydroxydiphenyl ether; 5-Chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol; CH 3565; Cloxifenolum; DP-300; Irgasan; Irgasan DP300; Lexol 300; Phenol, 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-; Phenyl ether, 2'-hydroxy-2,4,4'-trichloro-; Stri-Dex Cleansing Bar; Stri-Dex Face Wash; Triclosan; Triclosanum [INN-Latin]; Ether, 2'-hydroxy-2,4,4'-trichlorodiphenyl; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Biocides/Disinfectants
Description
White to off-white crystalline powder; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
A halogenated phenol used in cosmetics and toilet soaps as an antiseptic and disinfectant; [Marks, p. 235]
Comments
Frequently used in antibacterial soaps and infrequently reported as a contact allergen and even less often as a photosensitizer; [Marks, p. 235] TLV Basis is hematology effect; [ACGIH]
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Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Yes
TLV (ACGIH)
1 mg/m3
Vapor Pressure
4.6E-06 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from HSDB at 20 deg C (est);
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Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Dermatotoxin
PACD (photoallergic contact dermatitis)
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Animal
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
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Processes
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