Triclosan is a potent wide spectrum and antibacterial and antifungal agent. It is a chlorinated aromatic compound which has functional groups representative of both ethers and phenols. Phenols often show antibacterial Properties. Triclosan is found in soaps, deodorants, Toothpaste, shaving creams, mouth washes and cleansing suppliesand is included in an increasing number of consumer products. 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. At lower concentrations, Triclosan appers bacteriostatic and is seen to target bacteria mainly by inhibiting fatty acid synthesis. End use / Property Broad Spectrum Antimicrobial & Antifungal agent for; ‹ Toothpaste , Mouth-rinse, Oral devices , Mouth washes ‹ Soap Bar, Foot spray, Liquid Soap, Dish Soap ‹ Anti Acne formulation, Clean skin formulation ‹ Deodorants, Shaving creams, Shower gel ‹ Disinfecting hand-wash