BIT 10% Benzisothiazolinone for Paints Preservatives
In-Can Preservation for Paints, Adhesives and Related Products
General
BIT-10 biocide is a broad spectrum microbicide for the preservation of industrial water-based products against the attack of microorganisms. The Composition of BIT-10 is 10% solution of 1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one.
BIT-10 is specifically recommended for the preservation of polymer emulsions, paints and coatings, adhesives, and printing inks.
Typical Properties
These properties are typical but do not constitute specifications
Item | Index |
Appearance | Clear amber liquid |
Active Ingredient | 10% |
pH (10% in water) | 9.0-14.0 |
Specific Gravity (g/ml) | 1.02-1.10at 25°C |
Temperature stability | Stable up to 50°C (for short periods up to 100°C depending on matrix) |
pH stability | Stable at pH 4 - 12 |
Product Benefits
1. Broad spectrum activity in high pH systems, controlling bacteria, fungi and yeasts.
2. Stable in the presence of amines.
3. Non specific mode of action, resulting in reduced microbial resistance potential.
4. Ease of handling due to its liquid form and good compatibility in most aqueous compositions.
5. Excellent performance with co-biocides like CMI/MI, bronopol or formaldehyde releasers, which allow performance enhancements and cost reduction.
6. The active ingredient is non-volatile and has a comparatively high heat stability which allows the incorporation in fluids which are still hot.
7. High purity active ingredient, made evident by its clear light colour.
Directions for Use
Below are some general dosing recommendations, however, it is recommended to do specific testing on the end product to determine optimal dose levels.
Product (based on total weight of product) | BIT-10% |
Polymer Emulsions: Polymer emulsions based on styrene acrylic, acrylic, butadiene, PVA and styrene for various applications. | 0.05 - 0.15% |
Emulsions paints and coatings | 0.05 - 0.25% |
Water based adhesives | 0.05 - 0.25% |
Printing Inks and fountain solutions | 0.05 - 0.15% |
Plasters | 0.05 - 0.25% |
Building materials such as caulks, sealants, grouts, spackling, ready-mix cement and wallboard compounds, and tape joint compounds. | 0.08 - 0.25% |
Oil recovery materials, such as drill muds, packer fluids, and completion fluids, containing polysaccharide fluid loss control agents and/or thickeners such as starch. | 0.05 - 0.15% |
Packing
25Kg per drum, 200Kg per drum or 1000Kg per IBC drum.
