Triclosan

Name: Triclosan
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004257

About Triclosan

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Triclosan (IP/BP/USP grade), an active pharmaceutical ingredient registered under CAS number 3380-34-5. With the molecular formula C12H7Cl3O2, it has a molar mass of 289.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol. Alternative names: 2,4,4'-Trichloro-2'-hydroxydiphenyl ether and Irgasan DP300.

It is supplied as a powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our vitamins, excipients and other APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Triclosan is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development
Nutraceutical & excipient use

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Triclosan
Catalogue No.	VQ-004257
CAS Number	3380-34-5
IUPAC name	5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₇Cl₃O₂
Molecular weight	289.5 g/mol
Exact mass	287.9512
Grade	IP/BP/USP
InChIKey	XEFQLINVKFYRCS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1Cl)O)OC2=C(C=C(C=C2)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	5564

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
LogP (XLogP3)	5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	29.5 Å²
Synonyms	2,4,4'-Trichloro-2'-hydroxydiphenyl ether, Irgasan DP300, Stri-Dex Cleansing Bar, Stri-Dex Face Wash, Phenol, 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-, Lexol 300, 5-Chloro-2-(2,4-dichloro-phenoxy)-phenol, Phenyl ether, 2'-hydroxy-2,4,4'-trichloro-, Germasidol, Clearskin, Pacific, Derma-glove

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 3380-34-5

Synthesis

Triclosane, 99%

CAS: 3380-34-5
Formula: C₁₂H₇Cl₃O₂
MW: 289.5 g/mol

VQ-002982

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Triclosan?

The CAS Registry Number of Triclosan is 3380-34-5. It is also known as 2,4,4'-Trichloro-2'-hydroxydiphenyl ether, Irgasan DP300, Stri-Dex Cleansing Bar.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triclosan?

Triclosan has the molecular formula C12H7Cl3O2 and a molecular weight of 289.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Triclosan can I order?

We supply Triclosan in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Triclosan?

Yes. Every lot of Triclosan is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Triclosan be shipped internationally?

Yes. Triclosan is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.