Triclosan is a potent wide spectrum antibacterial and antifungal ingredient. It is a chlorinated aromatic compound which has functional groups representative of both ethers and phenols. Phenols often show antibacterial properties.

Product Information

Brand name: Kopsan

Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₇Cl₃O₂

Chemical name: 2, 4,4 tricholoro-2'-hydroxydiphenylether

CAS No: 3380-34-5

Molecular weight: 289.54

Appearance: White Crystalline Powder

Applications

Triclosan is very effective in reducing and controlling bacterial contamination on the hands and on treaded products

At use concentration, Triclosan acts as a biocide with multiple cytoplasmic and membrane targets

Triclosan appears bacteriostatic and is seen to target bacteria mainly by inhibiting fatty acid

Suggested formulations

Deodorants

Toothpaste

Shaving creams

Mouthwashes