Halquinol is an antimicrobial compound, not a true antibiotic, that is used primarily as a veterinary medicine. It is used as a feed additive to promote growth and to prevent and control infections in livestock and poultry, especially against bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.
| CAS Number | 8067-69-4 |
| Appearance | Yellowish-white to yellowish-grey powder |
| Grade | Feed grade (formulated for animal feed applications) |
| Form | Powder |
| Packing |
Powder form: 25 Kg HEDP bag with 2 inner liners (5-layer protected packaging) |
| Synonyms |
Chlorquinol, Halquinols, Halquinol BP 80, Chlorhydroxyquinoline, Quinolor, Tarquinor, 5,7-dichloro-8-quinolinol mixed with 5-chloro-8-quinolinol |
| Shelf Life | Up to 2 years under recommended storage conditions. |
| Uses |
Halquinol is widely used as a growth promoter in poultry, swine, and cattle to improve weight gain and feed efficiency in animal feed applications. |
