Diclosan

• CAT Number: R028180
• CAS Number: 3380-30-1
• Molecular Formula: C12H8Cl2O2
• Molecular Weight: 255.094
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Hydroxy-4,4’-dichlorodiphenyl Ether; 4,4’-Dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl Ether; 5-Chloro-2-(4-chlorophenoxy)phenol; Diclosan; Soneclosan; Tinopal HP 100; Tinosan HP 100; p-Chlorophenyl 2-hydroxy-4-chlorophenyl Ether
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 5-chloro-2-(4-chlorophenoxy)phenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H8Cl2O2/c13-8-1-4-10(5-2-8)16-12-6-3-9(14)7-11(12)15/h1-7,15H
• InChIKey: BYNQFCJOHGOKSS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1OC2=C(C=C(C=C2)Cl)O)Cl

Diclosan, also known as 4,4′-dichloro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether, is an antimicrobial agent commonly used in personal care products like soaps, toothpaste, and deodorants. Its efficacy in inhibiting bacterial growth makes it valuable for hygiene and sanitation. Diclosan’s broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties are also explored in medical and industrial applications, contributing to improved public health and safety standards.