Triclosan
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Triclosan is an antibacterial chemical used in toothpaste, mouthwash,
soap, dish soap, laundry detergent, deodorant, cosmetics, lotion and
cream. Triclosan is considered a pesticide by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA). It is a chlorinated aromatic and contains one
or more benzene rings with one or more chlorine atoms bound to carbon
atoms, a chemical formula similar to toxins such as PCBs and dioxins.
Triclosan in clothing and plastics is marketed as Microban, and in
acrylic fibers as Biofresh.
Triclosan Dangers
Triclosan may be cancer-causing by itself and/or in combination with
other substances. In combination with water, it can produce
chloroform gas that when inhaled can cause liver problems, depression
and cancer. It is suspected that sunlight can transform triclosan to
dioxin naturally. Additionally, the proliferation of products
containing triclosan and other antimicrobials has prompted concern
from the medical community about resistant bacteria. The FDA held
hearings in October 2005 about antibacterial soaps and concluded that
they do not reduce the risk of illness and infection in the home.
Products Containing Triclosan (incomplete list)
Liquid Hand/Face Soaps: Dial, Softsoap, Clearasil, Clean & Clear,
pHisoderm, DermaKleen
Toothpastes & Mouthwashes: Colgate Total, Reach Antibacterial
Toothbrushes, Breeze Triclosan Mouthwash
Deodorants: Old Spice High Endurance Stock Deodorant, Right Guard
Sport Deodorant
Cosmetics: Supre Cafe Bronzer, TotalSkinCare Makeup Kit, Garden
Botanika Powder Foundation, Mavala Lip Base, Jason Natural Cosmetics,
Blemish Cover Stock, Movate Skin Lightening Cream HQ, Paul Mitchell
Detangler Comb, Revlon ColorStay LipShine Lipcolor, Dazzle
Shaving Products: Gillette Complete Skin Care MultiGel Aerosol Shave
Gel, Murad Acne Complex Kit, Diabet-x Cream, T.Taio sponges and wipes,
Aveeno Therapeutic Shave Gel
Dish Soaps/Household Cleaners: Dawn, Ajax, mop heads
Additional Products: first aid sprays, germ-free cutting boards,
utensils, plastics, children's toys, clothing, footwear, various
consumer products
Triclosan Victims' Rights
If you or a loved one suffered due to a product containing triclosan,
contact Parker & Waichman, LLP today by filling out the form at the
right or calling us at 1-800-LAW-INFO (1-800-529-4636). We provide a
free consultation with a toxic substances lawyer.
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