Fentichlor

Fentichlor

Formula	CAS
C12H8Cl2O2S	97-24-5

Background
Fentichlor is a fungicide especially used against Monosporium apiospermum.

Synonyms
Bis[2-hydroxy-5-chlorophenyl] sulfide
D 25 -Antimykotikum
Fenticlor
Novex S7
Thiobis-chlorophenol
2,2´-Thiobis[4-chlorophenol]

Uses
Antifungal creams and ointments
Hairdressings
Thermoplastic resin

Cross-Reactions
Bithionil
Hexachlorophene

Unusual Reactions
Photoallergy
Phototoxicity
Persistant light reaction

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Referenties

1.	Wennersten, G., et al., The Scandinavian multicenter photopatch study. Preliminary results. Contact Dermatitis, 1984. 10(5): p. 305-9.
2.	Norris, P.G., J.L. Hawk, and I.R. White, Photoallergic contact dermatitis from fentichlor. Contact Dermatitis, 1988. 18(5): p. 318-20.
3.	Ljunggren, B. and G. Bojs, A case of photosensitivity and contact allergy to systemic tricyclic drugs, with unusual features. Contact Dermatitis, 1991. 24(4): p. 259-65.

Author(s):
Allergology: background information on allergens.

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