Fenticlor (also spelled fentichlor) is an antibacterial and antifungal agent for topical use. It is an antimicrobial agent. It is also used in veterinary medicine.
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Routes of administration | topical |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.002.336 ![]() |
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Formula | C12H8Cl2O2S |
Molar mass | 287.15 g·mol−1 |
Melting point | 174 °C (345 °F) |
It is prepared by the AlCl3-catalyzed reaction of 4-chlorophenol with sulfur dichloride.[1] It can also be prepared by chlorination of bis[2-hydroxyphenyl]sulfide.[2][3]
The LD50 (rats, oral) of fenticlor is 3250 mg/kg.[1] It may cause photosensitivity.[4]
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