Table Of ContentHandbook of Preservatives
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Preface
Handbook of Preservatives contains comprehensive information on more than 5500 trade names and
generic chemicals and materials that are used in a broad range of formulations to prevent their
contamination and decomposition. Product degradation can be caused by exposure to oxygen, ozone,
bacteria, molds, yeast, mildew, slime, and fungi. The industries that depend on the proper selection of
preserving chemicals and materials are diverse and include: adhesives/sealants, agriculture,
construction, cosmetics, food/beverages, paper/pulp, leather treatment, lubricants, metalworking fluids,
mineral slurries, paints and coatings, pharmaceutical, plastics/elastomers, textiles, wood products.
Handbook of Preservatives contains the following sections:
Trade Name Referenceprovides an alphabetical listing of more than 3400 trade name chemicals that
function as preservatives in all aspects of industry. Each entry contains a comprehensive profile of the
trade name chemical including: manufacturer’s name; chemical/material description; detailed functions
and applications; physical properties, such as form, molecular weight, density, solubility, boiling point,
cloud point, flash point, pH, freezing point, activity; toxicology, storage, precautions. The amount of
information for each trade name varies as a function of availability from the manufacturer.
All entries containing references that are described in greater detail in another section are linked with
hypertext, e.g., in the Trade Name Products section, Bioban® BP-Plus is described with links to other
parts of the reference and the Internet:
Bioban® BP-Plus [Dow http://www.dow.com]
Chem. Descrip.: 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
CAS 52-51-7; EINECS/ELINCS 200-143-0
UN 3241
Uses: Preservative, bactericide for treatment of industrial process systems, cooling water,
oil prod./transport, pulp/paper prod., water-contg. systems incl. adhesives, printing inks,
fountain sol'ns., starch, pigment and extender slurries, paints, latex and antifoam
emulsions, cosmetics, toiletries, pharmaceuticals, agric.
Features: Effective against Pseudomonas, for control of slime-forming bacteria, anaerobic
organisms responsible for microbial-induced corrosion, Legionella pneumophilia
Regulatory: Broad FDA clearances; EPA reg. no. 464-675
Properties: Free-flowing powd.; highly sol. in water, lower alcohols; sol. in glycols, other polyols;
insol. in aliphatic hydrocarbons; bulk dens. 1.2 g/cm3; vapor pressure nil; m.p. (cid:167) 130 C; flash pt.
(Seta CC) none; pH 5-7 (1%, 20 C); 99% min. purity
Use Level: Pulp/paper process water (10-250 ppm), water treatment (25-100 ppm), adhesives
(100-5000 ppm), starch/pigment slurries (100-500 ppm), paints/latex/antifoam emulsions (100-500
ppm), in-can ink appplics. (100-500 ppm)
Toxicology: NOEL (oral, rat) 54 mg/kg, (skin, rat) 25 mg/kg, (IV, rat) 25 mg/kg); corrosive;
causes eye/skin damage; may be fatal if swallowed; may cause local irritation, respiratory
distress, lung congestion, sedation, ataxia, inflamm. of GI tract
Environmental: LC50 (daphnia, 48 h) 1.4 mg/l, (rainbow trout, 96 h) 41.2 mg/l
Precaution: May be corrosive to some metals
Storage: Store in original container, tightly closed in safe place
This entry is linked to "Dow", in the Manufacturer's directory, www.dow.com on the internet, and to "2-
Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol", in the Generic products section.
You can jump to these entries by clicking your mouse on words such as "Dow" or "2-Bromo-2-
nitropropane-1,3-diol"
If you have direct Internet access, you can click on http://www.dow.comand visit their website.
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Chemical Component Cross-Reference covers more than 1700 chemicals, materials, and synonyms
that are contained in the trade name products profiled in Part I or generic chemicals that are not linked
to trade names but are used as solvents or in formulating solvents. Each monograph entry contains
information including the following: CAS, EINECS/ELINCS, and UN/DOT reference numbers,
classification, definition, chemical synonyms, empirical and molecular formulas, properties, toxicology,
precautions, storage, uses, use level, regulatory details, manufacturers and distributors. Thousands of
chemical/material synonyms are cross-referenced back to the main entry. Entries are followed by a
listing of the trade name products that are either equivalent to the chemical entry or contain the
chemical as one of its ingredients.
Functional/Application Cross-Referenceis a powerful tool for locating chemicals and trade names
based on function and/or application area. By searching for key functional words such as solvent,
diluent, intermediate, carrier in specific application areas such as cosmetics, pesticides, dry cleaning,
metal cleaning, etc., the user is directed to the trade names and/or chemicalsthat have that specific
functional/application attribute.
Manufacturers Directory contains detailedcontact information for all manufacturers of the trade name
products and generic chemicals that are referenced in this Handbook. Wherever possible, telephone,
telefax, toll-free 800 numbers, e-mail and Internet addresses, and complete mailing addresses are
included for each manufacturer. Click on the internet address and access the manufacturers website or
click on the email address and send them a message.
CAS Number Index contains CAS number entries followed by a listing of their generic chemical and
trade name product equivalents in alphabetical order. All entries are hyperlinked to the appropriate
products.
EINECS/ELINCS Number Indexcontains EINECS/ELINCS number entries followed by a listing of its
generic chemical andtrade name product equivalents in alphabetical order. All entries are
hyperlinked to the appropriate products.
Glossary contains definitions of terminology associated with preservatives and their areas of
application.
We are confident that those involved in any aspect of the chemical industry and need ready access
detailed information on preservatives that are used throughout the world will find this book an important
addition to their reference library. We are also pleased to provide this reference as an electronic
product.
Michael and Irene Ash
NOTE
The information contained in this reference is accurate to the best of our knowledge; however, no liability will be
assumed by the publisher or the authors for the correctness or comprehensiveness of such information. The
determination of the suitability of these products for prospective use is the responsibility of the user. It is herewith
recommended that those who plan to use any of the products referenced seek the manufacturers instructions for
the handling of that chemical.
Regulations and standards are complicated and are dependent on both the chemistry and the application involved.
Variation in laws and standards exist from country to country. The ultimate decision on compliance must be made
by the user with full understanding of the application as well as working with the producer or distributor of the
ingredients used in the formulation.
The Editors
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Contents
Preface ...........................................................................................................................v
Abbreviations .........................................................................................................................vii
Part I Trade Name Reference .....................................................................................15
Part II Chemical Component Cross-Reference ..........................................................464
Part III Functional/Application Index.........................................................................1090
Part IV Manufacturers Directory...............................................................................1339
Appendix .....................................................................................................................1479
CAS Number Index........................................................................................1480
EINECS/ELINCS Number Index.....................................................................1528
Glossary.......................................................................................................1558
Part I: Trade Name Reference
2-Phenoxyethanol BP [Kraft Chem. Uses: Antimicrobial prod. with wide inhibiting
http://www.kraftchemical.com] action against gram-positive bacteria,
Chem. Descrip.: Phenoxyethanol particularly suitable for applic. in deodorant
CAS 122-99-6; EINECS/ELINCS 204-589-7 soaps; does not affect soap color
Uses: Cosmetic preservative, solvent for Properties: Wh. fine powd.; practically insol. in
plastics, resins and in printing inks water, sol. in solvs. such as propylene glycol (1%),
Features: Broad activity, esp. against Gram- PEG 8 (10%); m.w. 315.6; m.p. 248-251 C
negative bacteria Use Level: 1-2%
Regulatory: USA, Japan, Europe approvals Toxicology: LD (oral, IP) > 10,000 mg/kg; low
Properties: Liq., sl. aromatic odor; Gardner color acute oral toxicity; not a primary skin irritant or
1.0; sol in acetone, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, sensitizer
ether, methanol, water (@ 2.6%), insol. in mineral Precaution: Avoid contact with strong acids or
oil; sp.gr. 1.1; vics. 10 cSt @ 37.8 C; f.p. 13 C; bases
flash pt. 127 C; pH in distilled water 6.5 3 CC/M [Lenape Ind. http://www.lenape.com]
Use Level: Up to 1% Chem. Descrip.: 3,4,4´-Trichlorocarbanilide
Toxicology: TSCA listed CAS 101-20-2; EINECS/ELINCS 202-924-1
2X Regular Paniplus® [ADM Arkady Uses: Antimicrobial for deodorant soaps
http://www.admworld.com; Features: Wide inhibiting action against gram-
http://food.admworld.com/arkady] positive bacteria; does not affect soap color
Chem. Descrip.: Calcium sulfate; calcium Properties: Wh. fine powd.; < 15 µ particle size;
peroxide; dicalcium phosphate; diammonium practically insol. in water, sol. in solvs. such as
phosphate See Ammonium phosphate, propylene glycol (1%), PEG 8 (10%); m.w. 315.6;
dibasic; Calcium phosphate dibasic m.p. 248-251 C
Uses: Dough conditioner, shelf life extender, Use Level: 1-2%
calcium source in foods Toxicology: LD (oral, IP) > 10,000 mg/kg; low
Properties: Dull wh. powd.; 98% thru 40 mesh; acute oral toxicity; not a primary skin irritant or
1.46% calcium peroxide sensitizer
Storage: 12 mos shelf life when stored in a cool, Precaution: Avoid contact with strong acids or
dry location; best when used before 9 mos; keep bases
containers well closed when not in use 6-826 Fiber Finish with Microbeshield [Process
2X White Sour [ADM Arkady Chems. LLC/Textileshttp://www.process-
http://www.admworld.com; chemicals.com]
http://food.admworld.com/arkady] Uses: Lubricant, antistat, antimicrobial for PET
Chem. Descrip.: Corn flour;wheat flour; lactic polyester and BCF yarns
acid; starch; acetic acid; silicon dioxide; Features: Low fiber-to-metal friction; exc. drawn
monocalcium phosphate; salt; dried yeast See yarn uniformity
Calcium phosphate monobasic anhydrous; Properties: Milky emulsion; dens. 8.3 lb/gal; acid
Corn (Zea mays) flour;Silica; Sodium chloride; no. 3 max.; pH 7 (10% solids); 14.5% solids
Wheat (Triticum vulgare) flour; Yeast, dried Toxicology: TSCA listed
Uses: Flavor and aroma for bread, rolls, specialty Storage: Store in a dry area
prods.; mold inhibitor for baked goods 6-986 Fiber Finish with Microbeshield [Process
Properties: Powd. Chems. LLC/Textileshttp://www.process-
Storage: 12 mos shelf life when stored in a cool, chemicals.com]
dry location; best when used before 9 mos; keep Uses: Lubricant, antistat, antimicrobial for PP
containers closed when not in use staple and BCF yarns
3 CC [3V/Cosmetics; 3V Italia Features: Low fiber-to-metal friction; exc. drawn
http://www.3v.com] yarn uniformity
Chem. Descrip.: 3,4,4´-Trichlorocarbanilide Properties: Lt. yel. cl. liq.; dens. 8.4 lb/gal; acid no.
CAS 101-20-2; EINECS/ELINCS 202-924-1 3 max.; pH 5 (10% solids); 18% solids
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Toxicology: TSCA listed A-642 [SPI Polyols http://www.spipolyols.com]
Storage: Store in a dry area Chem. Descrip.: Hexitol sol'n.
6-1000 AM [Process Chems. LLC/Textiles CAS 45007-61-2
http://www.process-chemicals.com] Uses: Bodying agent, bulking agent, conditioner,
Uses: Lubricant, antistat, antimicrobial for rayon gloss aid, humectant, plasticizer, shelf life
staple extender, softener in cosmetics, hair care
Features: Low fiber-to-metal friction prods.; antistat, binder, chelating agent,
Properties: Lt. yel. cl. liq.; dens. 8.55 lb/gal; pH 5.5 flexibilizer, humectant, plasticizer, shelf life
(67%); 3.4% solids; < 2.5% free fatty acid extender, softener, warping/shrinking
Toxicology: TSCA listed preventer in paper; antistat, chelating agent,
Storage: Store in a dry area humectant in textiles
Features: Noncrystallizing
600 306 Crinipan® AD (Climbazole) [Haarmann
& Reimer GmbHhttp://www.haarmann- AA [PMC Spec. http://www.pmcsg.com]
reimer.com] Chem. Descrip.: Anthranilic acid
Chem. Descrip.: Climbazole CAS 118-92-3; EINECS/ELINCS 204-287-5
CAS 38083-17-9; EINECS/ELINCS 253-775-4 Uses: Antioxidant for fats, greases, lube oils,
Uses: Preservative, antidandruff agent in and polyamides; sludge preventative in furnace
cosmetics and lube oils; chelating agent and sequestrant;
Properties: Wh. to pale brnsh. crystalline powd., sl. corrosion inhibitor; stabilizer for can lacquers, oils,
odor; sol. in ethanol, 1,2-propylene glycol (20 C); and lubricants
insol. in water; m.w. 292.8; vapor pressure < 0.1 Properties: Cream, cryst. or powd.; m.p. 147 C
mbar (80 C); m.p. 94-98 C min.; 0.5 g dissolves in 100 ml water, 28 g
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 400 mg/kg, (dermal, dissolves in 100 ml methanol; 99% min. purity
rat) > 5,000 mg/kg; harmful if ing.; do not Abiol [3V/Cosmetics; 3V Italia
breathe dust http://www.3v.com]
Environmental: Very toxic to aquatic organisms; Chem. Descrip.: Imidazolidinyl urea NF
may cause long-term adverse effects in the CAS 39236-46-9; EINECS/ELINCS 254-372-6
aquatic environment Uses: Preservative in lotions, creams, hair
Storage: 3 yrs shelf-life when stored in an ambient conditioners, shampoos, deodorants, make-up
temp. (40 C), in tightly closed original containers powdered prods.
21825 Bacom [British Bakels Features: Effective against gram-negative bacteria
http://www.bakels.com] and some yeast and fungi; strong act. against
Chem. Descrip.: Water, mono- and di-glycerides deactivating effects of certain emulsifiers and
of fatty acids, diacetyltartaric and fatty acid proteins; compat. with proteins, surfactants,
esters of glycerol SeeDiacetyl tartaric acid perfumes, and dyes; act. over wide pH range
esters of mono- and diglycerides; Mono- and Regulatory: DOT nonregulated; SARA
diglycerides of fatty acids nonreportable
Uses: Emulsifier for foods; color enhancer, Properties: Wh. fine powd.; odorless; up to 50%
texturizer for crumbs; softener, shelf life improver sol. in water, scarcely sol. in oils; m.w. 406.33;
in breads, buns, doughs, cakes bulk dens. 0.60 g/ml; m.p. > 130 C; pH 6-7.5
Storage: 12 mos shelf life when stored in cool and Use Level: 0.3%
dry conditions Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 4000-10,000 mg/kg,
(skin, rat) > 4000 mg/kg; nonirritating to skin
A-625 [SPI Polyols http://www.spipolyols.com]
and eyes; TSCA listed
Chem. Descrip.: Sorbitol sol'n.
Environmental: Do not discharge into storm
CAS 50-70-4; EINECS/ELINCS 200-061-5
drains or waterways
Uses: Bodying agent, bulking agent, conditioner,
Precaution: Combustible; can form explosive
gloss aid, humectant, plasticizer, shelf life
dust/air mixt.; do not store or mix with
extender, suspending agent, texturizer in
oxidizers; keep away from flames and sparks
cosmetic creams/lotions, hair care prods.;
Hazardous Decomp. Prods.: On burning carbon
flexibilizer, gloss aid, humectant, plasticizer, shelf
and nitrogen oxides can evolve
life extender, warping/shrinking preventer in
NFPA: Health 1, Flammability 1, Reactivity 0
adhesives, glues; antistat, binder, chelating
Storage: Highly hygroscopic; 1 yr max. shelf life @
agent, flexibilizer, humectant, plasticizer, softener
20 C in tightly closed container in cool, dry place
in paper; antistat, chelating agent, humectant in
textiles Ablumine 12 [Taiwan Surf.
Features: Noncrystallizing http://www.taiwansurfactant.com.tw]
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Chem. Descrip.: Alkyl (97% C12, 2% C14) benzyl Acetoquat CTAB [Aceto http://www.aceto.com]
dimethyl quat. See Benzalkonium chloride Chem. Descrip.: Cetrimonium bromide
CAS 8001-54-5 CAS 57-09-0; EINECS/ELINCS 200-311-3
Uses: Retarder for acrylic fiber; disinfectant, Uses: Germicide; sanitizing agent
sanitizer, germicide, algicide for swimming Properties: Powd.; cationic; 95% act.
pools, water cooling systems, cleaners for Acid Leavening Blend [ADM Arkady
hospitals, institutions, breweries, and food http://www.admworld.com;
plants http://food.admworld.com/arkady]
Properties: Liq.; cationic; 50 or 80% act. Chem. Descrip.: Sodium acid pyrophosphate;
Ablumine 1214 [Taiwan Surf. corn starch; monocalcium phosphate; calcium
http://www.taiwansurfactant.com.tw] sulfate See Calcium phosphate monobasic
Chem. Descrip.: Alkyl (63% C12, 30% C14, 7% anhydrous; Corn (Zea mays) starch
C16) dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride See Uses: Acidulant in doughnuts, cookies, vanilla
Benzalkonium chloride wafers; reaction accelerator for doughnut
CAS 8001-54-5 production; rancidity inhibitor, shelf life
Uses: Retarder for acrylic fiber; disinfectant, extender in finished food prods.
sanitizer, bactericide, germicide, algicide for Properties: 11.7% Na, 2.4% Ca; 3.5% moisture
swimming pools, water cooling systems, Storage: 18 mos shelf life when stored in a cool,
cleaners for hospitals, institutions, breweries, dry location; best when used before 12 mos.; keep
and food plants container well closed when not in use
Properties: Liq.; cationic; 50 or 80% solids ACL® 56 Extra Granular
Ablumine 3500 [Taiwan Surf. [Occidental/Chlorinated Isocyanurates]
http://www.taiwansurfactant.com.tw] Chem. Descrip.: Sodium dichloro-s-
Chem. Descrip.: Alkyl (40% C12, 50% C14, 10% triazinetrione dihydrate See Sodium
C16) dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride See dichloroisocyanurate
Benzalkonium chloride CAS 51580-86-0
CAS 8001-54-5 Uses: Swimming pool disinfectant
Uses: Retarder for acrylic fiber; disinfectant, Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 2% max. on #12
sanitizer, germicide, fungicide, algicide, mesh; 2.0% max. thru #100 mesh; sp.gr. 0.88
deodorant for swimming pools, water cooling min.; pH 6-7 (1% aq.); 55-56.3% avail. Cl; 12.2-
systems, cleaners for hospitals, institutions, 14% moisture
breweries, and food plants ACL® 56 Gran. [Occidental/Chlorinated
Properties: Liq.; cationic; 50 or 80% act. Isocyanurates]
Accinox ZC [ICI India http://www.iciindia.com] Chem. Descrip.: Sodium dichloroisocyanurate
Chem. Descrip.: N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-N´- dihydrate
phenyl-p-phenylenediamine CAS 51580-86-0
CAS 793-24-8 Uses: Bleaching compd., sanitizer, disinfectant
Uses: Protects rubber ozone attack under static Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 2% max. on 20
or dynamic conditions mesh, 2% max. thru 100 mesh; dens. 0.85 g/cc
Features: Possesses outstanding heatagein and min.; pH 6-7 (1% aq.); 56% avail. Cl; 12.2-14%
lfexcrack resisitance properties; protects rubber moisture
from heavy metal contaminations ACL® 60 Extra Granular
Acetamin C [Kao Corp. SAhttp://www.kao.es] [Occidental/Chlorinated Isocyanurates]
Chem. Descrip.: N-Cocamine acetate See Chem. Descrip.: Sodium dichloro-s-
Cocamine acetate triazinetrione SeeSodium
CAS 61790-57-6; EINECS/ELINCS 263-147-1 dichloroisocyanurate
Uses: Flotation agent for mins.; anticaking agent; CAS 2893-78-9
emulsifier; bactericide Uses: Swimming pool disinfectant; quick
Properties: Paste, solid; cationic; 100% conc. dissolving for hand dosing and shock applics.
Acetoquat CPB [Aceto http://www.aceto.com] Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 2% max. on #10
Chem. Descrip.: Cetyl pyridinium bromide See mesh; 2.0% max. thru #100 mesh; sp.gr. 0.88
Cetylpyridinium bromide min.; pH 6-7 (1% aq.); 62% min. avail. Cl; 3%
CAS 140-72-7; EINECS/ELINCS 205-428-3 max. moisture
Uses: Germicide; sanitizing agent ACL® 60 Gran. [Occidental/Chlorinated
Properties: Powd.; cationic; 95% act. Isocyanurates]
Chem. Descrip.: Sodium dichloroisocyanurate,
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anhyd. bacteriostatic action with patented automatic
CAS 2893-78-9 metering dispenser; lasts 4-5 mos
Uses: Bleaching compd., sanitizer, disinfectant, Regulatory: EPA reg. no. 9800-6
oxidizer in dishwashing compds. Properties: Odorless wh. tablets; sol. in water;
Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 2% max. on 20 sp.gr. 2.28
mesh, 2% max. thru 100 mesh; dens. 0.83 g/cc Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 240 mg/kg; causes
min.; pH 6-7 (1% aq.); 63% avail. Cl; 3% max. irreversible eye damage; skin contact causes
moisture irritation; exposure may induce severe
ACL® 90 [Occidental/Chlorinated gastroenteric distress; TSCA listed
Isocyanurates] Precaution: Avoid prolonged or repeated
Chem. Descrip.: Sodium trichloroisocyanurate contact with skin or clothing; wear rubber
Uses: Bleaching compd., sanitizer, disinfectant, gloves; wear ANSI Z-87.1 safety glasses or
oxidizer equivalent; coveralls recommended
HMIS: Health 2, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0
ACL® 90 PLUS Extra Granular
Storage: Store in dry place
[Occidental/Chlorinated Isocyanurates]
Chem. Descrip.: Trichloro-s-triazinetrione See Actabs® EE [Rectorseal]
Trichloroisocyanuric acid Chem. Descrip.: mixture of n-Alkyl (98% C12, 2%
CAS 87-90-1; EINECS/ELINCS 201-782-8 C14) - dimethyl-1-naphylmethyl ammonium
Uses: Swimming pool disinfectant; can be used chloride-monohydrate(20%) and inert
to eliminate black algae ingredients (80%)
Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 1% max. Uses: Bacteriostat which prevents odors and
retained on #12 mesh; 95% min. retained on 40 damage due to water overflow from air
mesh; 90% min. avail. chlorine conditioner drain pans
Features: Controls odors and growth of slime thru
ACL® 90 PLUS Granular
bacteriostatic action with patented automatic
[Occidental/Chlorinated Isocyanurates]
metering dispenser
Chem. Descrip.: Trichloro-s-triazinetrione See
Regulatory: EPA reg. no. 9800-7
Trichloroisocyanuric acid
Properties: Odorless wh. tablets; sol. in water;
CAS 87-90-1; EINECS/ELINCS 201-782-8
sp.gr. 2.28
Uses: Swimming pool disinfectant; can be used
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 240 mg/kg; causes
to eliminate black algae
irreversible eye damage; skin contact causes
Properties: Wh. free-flowing gran.; 2% max. on #14
irritation; exposure may induce severe
mesh; 95% min. retained on 60 mesh; 90% min.
gastroenteric distress; TSCA listed
avail. chlorine
Precaution: Avoid prolonged or repeated
ACL® 90 PLUS Regular [Occidental/Chlorinated
contact with skin or clothing; wear rubber
Isocyanurates]
gloves; wear ANSI Z-87.1 safety glasses or
Chem. Descrip.: Trichloro-s-triazinetrione See
equivalent; coveralls recommended
Trichloroisocyanuric acid
HMIS: Health 2, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0
CAS 87-90-1; EINECS/ELINCS 201-782-8
Storage: Store in dry place
Uses: Swimming pool disinfectant
Actabs® Jr. [Rectorseal]
Features: Dissolves slowly for sustained release
Chem. Descrip.: mixture of n-Alkyl (98% C , 2%
Properties: Wh. free-flowing tablets; 1% max. 12
C ) - dimethyl-1-naphylmethyl ammonium
retained on #20 mesh; 40-85% retained on 200 14
chloride-monohydrate(10%) and inert
mesh; 90% min. avail. chlorine; 0.2% max.
ingredients (90%)
moisture
Uses: Bacteriostat which prevents odors and
Actabs® [Rectorseal]
damage due to water overflow from air
Chem. Descrip.: mixture of n-Alkyl (98% C , 2%
12 conditioner drain pans; prevents odors in
C ) - dimethyl-1-naphylmethyl ammonium
14 humidifier reservoirs
chloride-monohydrate(20%) and inert
Features: Controls disease-causing bacteria and
ingredients (80%)
other organisms which form slimy masses
Uses: Bacteriostat which prevents odors and
Regulatory: EPA reg. no. 9800-2
damage due to water overflow from air
Properties: Odorless wh. tablets; sol. in water;
conditioner drain pans, for use in commercial
sp.gr. 2.28
size air conditioning unitscommonly found in
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 240 mg/kg; causes
motels, hotels, hospitals, nursing homes, schools,
irreversible eye damage; skin contact causes
apartment and office bldgs.
irritation; exposure may induce severe
Features: Controls odors and growth of slime thru
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gastroenteric distress; TSCA listed http://www.thor.adept.co.uk]
Precaution: Avoid prolonged or repeated Chem. Descrip.: 2-Octyl-2H-isothiazol-3-onein
contact with skin or clothing; wear rubber 1,2-propyleneglycol See 2-n-Octyl-4-
gloves; wear ANSI Z-87.1 safety glasses or isothiazolin-3-one; Propylene glycol
equivalent; coveralls recommended Uses: Biocide
HMIS: Health 2, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0 Properties: Liq.; 45% act.
Storage: Store in dry place Toxicology: Causes burns; may cause skin
Actabs® W [Rectorseal] sensitization; harmful if inh. or swallowed
Uses: Bacteriostat which prevents odors and Precaution: Corrosive
damage due to water overflow from hard-to- Acticide® 50 X [Thor UK http://www.thor.com;
reach air conditioner drain pans http://www.thor-chemicals.com;
Features: Controls odors and growth of slime thru http://www.thor.adept.co.uk]
bacteriostatic action with patented automatic Chem. Descrip.: Combination of benzalkonium
metering dispenser chlorideand 2-phenyl-phenol See o-
Regulatory: EPA reg. no. 9800-6 Phenylphenol
Properties: Tablets Uses: For use in aqueous sterilizing solutions
Actabs® XX [Rectorseal] and for the preparation of biocidal wash
Chem. Descrip.: mixture of n-Alkyl (98% C , 2% solutions used for surface preparation prior to
12
C ) - dimethyl-1-naphylmethyl ammonium painting
14
chloride-monohydrate(20%) and inert Acticide® BAC 50 [Thor UK
ingredients (80%) http://www.thor.com; http://www.thor-
Uses: Bacteriostat which prevents odors and chemicals.com; http://www.thor.adept.co.uk]
damage due to water overflow of drain pans in Chem. Descrip.: 50% benzalkonium chloride
large refrigerated cases and industrial air Uses: General wood preservative; for preparation
handlers of disinfectants and hard surface cleaners and
Features: Controls odors and growth of slime thru for plant cleaning and sterilisation
bacteriostatic action with patented automatic Acticide® BAC 80 [Thor UK
metering dispenser http://www.thor.com; http://www.thor-
Regulatory: EPA reg. no. 9800-7 chemicals.com; http://www.thor.adept.co.uk]
Properties: Odorless wh. tablets; sol. in water; Chem. Descrip.: 80% benzalkonium chloride
sp.gr. 2.28 Uses: General wood preservative
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 240 mg/kg; causes
Acticide® BX-H [Thor UK http://www.thor.com;
irreversible eye damage; skin contact causes
http://www.thor-chemicals.com;
irritation; exposure may induce severe
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gastroenteric distress; TSCA listed
Chem. Descrip.: 5-Chloro-2-methyl-4-
Precaution: Avoid prolonged or repeated
isothiazolin-3-one, methyl isothiocyanate, and
contact with skin or clothing; wear rubber
hydroxymethyl ureide derivs. See
gloves; wear ANSI Z-87.1 safety glasses or
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
equivalent; coveralls recommended
Uses: Biocide for aq.-based systems (wet
HMIS: Health 2, Flammability0, Reactivity 0
state), paints/coatings, inks
Storage: Store in dry place
Features: Broad spectrum
Acticide® 14 [Thor UKhttp://www.thor.com;
Acticide® BW10 [Acti-Chem Spec.]
http://www.thor-chemicals.com;
Chem. Descrip.: Benzisothiazalone
http://www.thor.adept.co.uk]
Uses: For controling bacteria and fungi in
Chem. Descrip.: Chloro-2-methyl-3(2H)-
aqueous systems
isothiazoloneandMethyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone
Features: VOC free
See Methylchloroisothiazolinone;
Properties: Aq. dispesion
Methylisothiazolinone
Acticide® BW20 [Acti-Chem Spec.]
Uses: Microbicide for wet-state protection of aq.
Chem. Descrip.: Benzisothiazalone
formulations, industrial water treatment,
Uses: For controling bacteria and fungi in
preservative formulations
aqueous systems
Features: Protects against bacteria, yeasts, fungi
Features: VOC free
Regulatory: EPA Reg. no. 67071-5
Properties: Aq. dispesion
Properties: Liq.
Acticide® C 40 [Thor UK http://www.thor.com;
Acticide® 45 [Thor UKhttp://www.thor.com;
http://www.thor-chemicals.com;
http://www.thor-chemicals.com;
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