Halquinol

Halquinol

Formula	CAS
	8067-69-4

Background
Halquinol, a chlorinated derivative of 8-hydroxquinoline, is added to to animal veeds for prevention of E. coli and Salmonella infections. It is composed of 57-74% 5,7-Dichloro-8-quinolinol, 23-40% 5-Chloro-8-quinolinol, and up to 7-Chloro-8-quinolinol.

Synonyms
Halquinol
5,7-Dichloro-8-quinolinol mixed with 5-Chloro-8-quinolinol
Chlorquinol
SQ 16401
CHQ
Halquivet
Quinolor
Quixalin
Quixalud
Tarquinor

Uses
Animal feeds
Vetinary medicine

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties

1.	Caplan, R.M., Contact dermatitis from animal feed additives. Archives of Dermatology, 1973. 107(6): p. 918.
2.	Burrows, D., Contact dermatitis in animal feed mill workers. British Journal of Dermatology, 1975. 92(2): p. 167-70.

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

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