Products in Fluids & Lubricants: Microbial Control

S&M Phenoxyethanol is the pure active in liquid form, fully effective in both anionic and cationic systems. It operates efficiently across a wide pH range, maintaining effectiveness up to high levels. While it exhibits limited solubility in water and non-polar solvents, it readily dissolves in polar solvents. Effective preservation requires agitation with good turbulence when dissolving in water. This preservative provides good headspace protection and demonstrates stability against hydrolysis, temperature, and pH fluctuations. It is suitable for preserving manufactured products to ensure their shelf life and for controlling microbial deterioration in working or cutting fluids.

Vinkocide® KTL 95 is a liquid biocide designed for various applications including cellulose, flotation, fracking, leather manufacturing, oil production, paper manufacturing, polymer dispersions manufacturing, pulping, and textiles manufacturing. It ensures good chemical stability, compatibility, and long-term efficiency in adhesives, sealants, varnishes, waterborne coatings, and inks. It is also suitable for metalworking fluids and aqueous pigment slurries. The product is formaldehyde-free, heavy metal-free, and non-phenolic, ensuring high purity. Additionally, it eliminates slimes in industrial additives.

grotan® WS plus is a water-miscible formulation based on the reaction product of paraformaldehyde with 2-hydroxypropylamine (ratio 1:1; HPT) and sodium pyrithione. Suitable for water-mixed metalworking fluids, metalworking fluid concentrates, and other technical emulsions, it offers broad, balanced efficacy against bacteria, yeasts, and molds, including sulfate-reducing bacteria. It provides good anticorrosion properties and is free of nitrate, nitrosing agents, or organically bound chlorine. grotan® WS plus is fully soluble in water and most polar organic solvents, making it a versatile option for preservation during storage and working or cutting fluid applications.

Vinkocide® CMIF N 20 is a monovalent stabilized formulation containing a mixture of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (CIT) and 2-Methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT), along with Tetrahydro-1,3,4.6-tetrakis(hydroxymethyl)imidazo[4,5-d] (TMAD). This composition effectively disrupts microbial cell function, preventing microbial adaptation. It is suitable for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems, offering a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Vinkocide® CMIF-N 20 is particularly effective against Gram-negative bacteria and is often successful where other preservatives fail. It provides good headspace protection and combines excellent long-term efficacy with the rapid mode of action of CIT/MIT. Additionally, it is cost-effective due to its low usage levels. Vinkocide® CMIF-N 20 is ideal for various preservation applications, including products during storage, liquid-cooling systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

grotan® TK 6 features the active TMAD (tetrahydro-1,3,4,6-tetrakis(hydroxymethyl)imidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione). It's recommended for fresh metalworking fluid mixes, with additional doses added weekly to fortnightly based on fluid discharge. As a bactericide, it offers extremely low odor and good head space protection. grotan® TK 6 contains no organically bound chlorine, ensuring no impact on the AOX value, and is free of organic solvents. It's utilized in preserving products during storage, liquid-cooling and processing systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Promex™ CHS is a versatile preservative suitable for a wide range of industrial products, offering a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Its colorless to yellow liquid form is completely soluble in water and remains colorless at use levels, making it ideal for aqueous and water-miscible systems. Compatible with non-ionic or anionic surfactants, it ensures effective preservation even where other preservatives fail. Particularly effective against Gram-negative bacteria, it provides excellent long-term efficacy combined with the rapid mode of action of CIT/MIT. Promex™ CHS offers good headspace protection and is cost-effective due to its low use levels.

parmetol® K 20 is a bivalent stabilized aqueous preparation based on chloromethyl-/methylisothiazolone (CMI/MI), stabilized with copper and magnesium salts. It is suitable for preserving a broad range of water-based products, offering a broad spectrum of efficacy. parmetol® K 20 is free of VOCs and organic solvents. It is used for disinfecting surfaces, materials, equipment, and furniture, and for preserving products during storage. It is also used in liquid-cooling and processing systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® CMIK 10 New is a formulation containing 5-chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT), 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT), and 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT). It penetrates microorganism cells, disrupting vital functions to prevent microbial adaptation. It offers broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Ideal for aqueous systems, it ensures cost-effective preservation with rapid action, making it suitable for various industrial applications such as preserving manufactured products and controlling slime growth.

Vinkocide® KTLN comprises 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT) with 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT) and Pyridine-2-thiol 1-oxide, sodium salt (NaPT), offering an alternative to future labeling concerns of BIT concentrations exceeding 50 ppm due to the 2nd ATP of the CLP regulation. It optimally completes the efficacy spectrum of a BIT/MIT mixture while reducing the BIT content. Highly suitable for preserving a diverse array of products, it demonstrates excellent properties, including clarity for seamless integration into clear products like detergents. While compatibility with most products and raw materials is excellent, individual formulation stability should be verified. Its efficacy remains within labeling limits, ensuring effective preservation while complying with regulations. Its broad antimicrobial spectrum, excellent chemical stability, and compatibility with various raw materials make it a preferred choice for preservation applications, including products used during storage and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® OF is a concentrated formulation combining (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM) and 2-n-octyl-2H-isothiazolin-3-one (OIT), designed for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems. It offers a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, ensuring effective preservation. With fast action and optimal pH between 3 and 11, it provides cost-effective protection with low use levels. While it boasts excellent compatibility with most products, special formulations should be tested for compatibility. However, caution is advised with high pH (> 11) and temperatures above approximately 60°C, as they can affect stability. Notably, (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol is incompatible with strong acids or oxidizing agents. It serves as an ideal preservative for various manufactured products, liquid-cooling and processing systems, and working or cutting fluids to control microbial deterioration.

grotan® OX is an innovative biocide that offers outstanding performance at low doses for greater cost-efficiency. Suitable for water-mixed metalworking fluids, metalworking fluid concentrates, and other technical emulsions, it provides good anti-corrosion properties. Effective against bacteria, yeasts, and mold, it features a broad, balanced spectrum, including sulfate-reducing bacteria, with good immediate effects. grotan® OX contains no nitrate, nitrosing agents, or organically bound chlorine, ensuring no impact on the AOX value. It is used in preserving products during storage, liquid-cooling and processing systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

parmetol® K 6 is an aqueous combination of chloromethyl/methylisothiazolone (CMI/MI) stabilized with copper and magnesium salts. It effectively preserves water-based products of various kinds, offering a broad spectrum of protection. Free from volatile organic compounds (VOC) and organic solvents, it ensures reliable and high-performance preservation without compromising environmental standards. It's suitable for preserving manufactured products and controlling microbial deterioration to extend their shelf life.

parmetol® K 11 is a copper stabilized combination of isothiazolones, water based combination of chloromethyl-/ methylisothiazolone (CMI/ MI).

Vinkocide® BAC 50 is a quaternary ammonium-based biocide, with various alkyl chain lengths. Its mechanism disrupts cellular membrane lipid bilayers, compromising permeability controls and inducing leakage of cellular contents, leading to microbial deactivation. With rapid action and moderate duration, it maintains efficacy across a broad pH range and temperatures up to 120°C. It exhibits virucidal activity against enveloped viruses like HBV, HCV, HIV, influenza viruses, coronaviruses (MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV-1, SARS-CoV-2), and filoviruses (Ebola virus). Offering good surfactant properties, it can be formulated with other surfactants. With broad antimicrobial efficacy against bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses, it's VOC-free, soluble in water and alcohols, and readily biodegradable, suitable for various disinfection and preservation applications.

Vinkocide® OI is a glycolic ready-to-use formulation combining 2-octyl-2H-isothiazolin-3-one (OIT) and 3-Iodo-2 propynylbutylcarbamate (IPBC), serving as a highly efficient fungicide. It offers broad microbiological efficacy, especially effective as an in-can fungicide and in metalworking fluids. With good temperature stability and compatibility with most formulation ingredients, it ensures excellent long-term efficacy. Suitable for aqueous products, it excels as a preservative and film preservative for various coatings. It boasts a wide pH-range (2–10), non-volatility, and good compatibility with other biocides and raw materials, making it ideal for diverse applications including the preservation of manufactured products and liquid-cooling and processing systems.

grotan® TK 5 plus offers a water-soluble solution containing 2-octyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (OIT) and ethylenedioxydimethanol (EDDM), primarily designed for aqueous concrete admixtures and sugar solutions. While highly effective in ligninsulfonate-based admixtures, it exhibits a broad, balanced spectrum of effect against bacteria, yeasts, and molds. Recommended for incorporation into freshly mixed concrete to prevent microbiological growth, it ensures prolonged preservation by limiting preservative consumption. Although its water solubility is limited, it demonstrates good immediate efficacy, particularly against bacteria, while containing no organically bound chlorine. grotan® TK 5 plus serves as a versatile solution, suitable for various applications beyond concrete admixtures, including preservatives for liquid-cooling and processing systems and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® KN-K features a formulation combining 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT) with Pyridine-2-thiol 1-oxide, sodium salt (NaPT), offering excellent preservation properties. It demonstrates broad-spectrum antimicrobial action against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, making it effective in aqueous and water-miscible systems. With superior chemical stability and long-term efficacy, it surpasses in challenging conditions where other products may falter. Compatible with various raw materials, it maintains clarity as a clear, aqueous solution. It remains stable at pH levels up to 13 and temperatures up to 90°C, ensuring reliable preservation. However, caution is advised regarding potential discoloration in the presence of high levels of heavy metals. It finds application in preserving manufactured products during storage and in working or cutting fluid preservation.

grotan® TK 5 is a versatile preservative suitable for various applications, including preservation during storage, liquid-cooling and processing systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservation. It effectively controls microbial deterioration in manufactured products and prevents slime growth on materials and equipment used in industrial processes.

grotanol® FF 1 N presents a powerful microbiocidal system cleaner harnessing the synergistic blend of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT), bis(3-aminopropyl)dodecylamin (BDA), and sodium pyrithione. Specifically designed for metalworking fluid systems, it can be seamlessly integrated into emulsions before the final shift, ensuring thorough circulation. Boasting exceptional microbiological efficacy, it offers a broad, balanced spectrum of action against bacteria, yeasts, and molds. Its immediate effect and impressive anticorrosion properties make it a reliable choice for all steel, non-ferrous, and aluminum alloys. Importantly, it contains no organically bound chlorine, preserving environmental integrity. grotanol® FF 1 N is an indispensable solution for disinfecting surfaces, materials, and equipment, ideal for various professional and industrial applications, from swimming pools to air conditioning systems.

Vinkocide® CMIF 35 is a formulation comprising CMIT/MIT and (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM). It effectively disrupts microbial cell function, preventing microbial adaptation. With a formaldehyde releaser, Vinkocide® CMIF 35 provides headspace protection in all types of in-can preservation. Compatibility testing is recommended for formulations with pH > 9 or containing certain sulfur-containing compounds. (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol is incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents. This product is suitable for aqueous and water-miscible systems, offering a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. It is particularly effective against Gram-negative bacteria and is cost-effective due to low usage levels. Vinkocide® CMIF 35 is ideal for various preservation applications, including products during storage, liquid-cooling systems, slimicides, and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® 824 is a formulation containing a mixture of 5-chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3-one and 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT/MIT) with (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM). It penetrates microorganism cells, reacting with vital components and enzymes, thus disrupting normal cell function and preventing microbial adaptation. With a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, it proves effective even where other preservatives fail, particularly against Gram-negative bacteria. Combining excellent long-term efficacy with rapid action, Vinkocide® 824 is cost-effective due to its low use levels. Additionally, as it contains a formaldehyde releaser, it provides headspace protection in all types of in-can preservation. It's ideal for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems and finds applications in preserving manufactured products to ensure their shelf life, as well as in controlling microbial deterioration in various industrial processes.

parmetol® K 40 is a bivalently stabilized aqueous preparation containing chloromethyl/methylisothiazolone (CMI/MI), copper, and magnesium salts. It effectively preserves a broad range of water-based products, safeguarding them against microbial degradation. This solution is vital for extending the shelf life of various manufactured goods, particularly in applications such as rodenticides, insecticides, and other bait products. Free of VOC and organic solvents, it offers a broad spectrum of efficacy, ensuring the longevity of stored products.

grotanol® 3025 is a microbiocidal system cleaner based on glutaral and chloromethyl-/methylisothiazolone (3:1). It effectively combats bacteria, yeasts, and molds across anionic, cationic, and non-ionic systems, with low foaming and immediate action. Free of formaldehyde and solvents, it can be rinsed off without leaving residue and meets strict regulatory standards. Ideal for industrial settings like food-processing, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, surfaces in contact with food must be rinsed with water after the recommended contact time.

grotanol® SR 2 offers a potent microbiocidal system cleaner crafted from the reaction product of paraformaldehyde with 2-hydroxypropylamine (ratio 3:2; MBO) and sodium pyrithione. Highly concentrated and devoid of water, it delivers a broad, balanced efficacy against bacteria, yeasts, and molds. Renowned for its exceptional cleaning and microbicidal efficacy, it minimizes foaming while meeting the stringent requirements of the EN 1275 standard. Tailored for metalworking fluid systems, grotanol® SR 2 can be seamlessly integrated into emulsions before the final shift, ensuring comprehensive circulation. Whether in swimming pools, air conditioning systems, or industrial settings, it serves as a reliable disinfectant for surfaces, materials, and equipment, fulfilling diverse professional and industrial needs.

Vinkocide® KTL 525 is a liquid biocide used in various manufacturing processes, including leather, polymer dispersions, and textiles. It ensures good chemical stability, compatibility, and long-term efficiency in adhesives, sealants, varnishes, waterborne coatings, and inks. It is also suitable for metalworking fluids and aqueous pigment slurries. The product is formaldehyde-free, heavy metal-free, and non-phenolic, ensuring high purity.

grotan® BA 21 is an aqueous formulation comprising 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT) and bis(3-aminopropyl)dodecylamin (BDA), offering a synergistic blend effective in cationic and non-ionic systems. While providing a broad, balanced spectrum of effect against bacteria, yeasts, and molds, it demonstrates enhanced efficacy, particularly against pseudomonas sp. Effective even in very low concentrations, it ensures comprehensive microbial control. However, caution is advised in the presence of anionic substances, which may reduce efficacy. While foaming is possible, grotan® BA 21 is fully soluble in water, ensuring ease of use. It serves as an indispensable preservative for various manufactured products, ensuring prolonged shelf life, and as a slimicide, preventing slime growth on industrial materials and equipment. Additionally, it functions as a reliable preservative for working or cutting fluids, preserving fluid integrity in metalworking processes.

Vinkocide® NaPt 40 is a broad-spectrum biocide formulated with Sodium Pyrithione to prevent microbial degradation of products, addressing issues such as phase separation, odor buildup, gas buildup, viscosity changes, and toxin accumulation. Widely utilized in water-based products, it exhibits excellent compatibility with most products, with optimal effectiveness at pH levels between 7 and 10. With a broad antimicrobial spectrum and heat resistance up to 100°C, it is particularly effective against fungi. It is commonly employed as a preservative for manufactured products, film coatings, and working or cutting fluids to control microbial deterioration.

Vinkocide® KN is a formulation containing 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT) alongside Pyridine-2-thiol 1-oxide, sodium salt (NaPT). It is highly suitable for preserving a diverse range of products due to its commendable properties. Demonstrating excellent compatibility with most products and raw materials, it offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial action against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. With remarkable chemical stability and long-term efficacy, it proves effective even in challenging conditions where other products may fail. It is particularly ideal for aqueous and water-miscible systems, maintaining clarity as a clear, aqueous solution. Stable at pH levels up to 13 and temperatures up to 90°C, it ensures reliable preservation. However, caution is advised regarding potential discoloration in the presence of high levels of heavy metals. It finds utility as a preservative in various applications, including the preservation of manufactured products during storage and in working or cutting fluid preservation.

Vinkocide® KTL is an aqueous alkaline solution featuring 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one with 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one, setting the highest purity standard. It meticulously minimizes impurities that could lead to undesired side effects, ensuring optimal toxicological and technical properties. Penetrating microbial cells, it reacts with vital components, deactivating crucial substrates and enzymes, thus thwarting microbial adaptation. Free from formaldehyde, formaldehyde releasers, phenolics, or heavy metals, it offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial action against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. With excellent chemical stability and non-volatility, it guarantees enduring efficacy, making it ideal for aqueous and water-miscible systems. Furthermore, it exhibits good compatibility with various raw materials. Its applications range from preserving manufactured products during storage to serving as slimicides in industrial processes and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® GA 50 is a biocide formulated with glutaral, designed for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems. It offers a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria and fungi, ensuring effective preservation. With stability across a wide temperature and pH range, it acts quickly and exhibits good chemical stability. Formaldehyde and heavy metals free, it is suitable for various applications including the preservation of manufactured products, liquid-cooling and processing systems, and as a slimicide in industrial processes.

Vinkocide® 836 is a formulation containing a mixture of 5-chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3-one and 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT/MIT) with (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM). This compound effectively penetrates microorganism cells, targeting vital components and enzymes, thereby disrupting normal cell function and preventing microbial adaptation. With a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, it demonstrates effectiveness, particularly against Gram-negative bacteria, often succeeding where other preservatives fail. Vinkocide® 836 is cost-effective due to its low use levels and combines excellent long-term efficacy with rapid action. Additionally, as it contains a formaldehyde releaser, it provides headspace protection in all types of in-can preservation. It is suitable for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems and finds application in preserving manufactured products, ensuring their shelf life, and controlling microbial deterioration in various industrial processes.

Vinkocide® CMIK is a glycolic formulation containing 5-chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT), 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT), and 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT). It penetrates microorganism cells, disrupting vital functions and preventing microbial adaptation. It offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial action against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Compatible with various formulations, it's suitable for aqueous systems, offering cost-effective preservation with rapid efficacy. Ideal for use in preserving manufactured products, controlling slime growth, and maintaining the integrity of working fluids.

parmetol® MBX is an aqueous formulation combining 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT), 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT), and bis(3-aminopropyl)dodecylamine (BDA). This preservative acts swiftly, providing long-term protection and effectively reducing germ counts, especially in contaminated process water. It offers integrated production hygiene and is approved for Ecolabel standards like "European Flower" or "Nordic Ecolabel". Suitable for various applications, including storage preservation and slimicide control, it ensures microbial deterioration control in industrial processes.

Vinkocide® KTLF combines 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (BIT) with 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (MIT) and (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM), offering a potent blend for fast action and enduring efficacy. This formulation is adept at addressing microbial challenges in applications that are hard to preserve. Leveraging formaldehyde releaser as a stabilizer for isothiazolones, it ensures effectiveness where isothiazolones alone may fall short. Particularly suitable for headspace preservation, it reduces the need for high-use levels compared to a BIT/MIT combination. Its clear, aqueous solution form enables seamless integration into clear products like detergents. Demonstrating excellent chemical stability and compatibility with various raw materials, it ensures long-term efficacy. Its applications span from preserving manufactured products during storage to serving as slimicides in industrial processes and working or cutting fluid preservatives.

Vinkocide® 825 is a formulation containing a mixture of 5-chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3-one and 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (CMIT/MIT) with (Ethylenedioxy)dimethanol (EDDM). This compound penetrates microorganism cells, disrupting vital components and enzymes essential for normal cell function, thus preventing microbial adaptation. With a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, it is highly effective, particularly against Gram-negative bacteria, often where other preservatives fail. Vinkocide® 825 is cost-effective due to its low use levels and combines excellent long-term efficacy with rapid action. Additionally, as it contains a formaldehyde releaser, it provides headspace protection in all types of in-can preservation. It is ideal for use in aqueous and water-miscible systems, suitable for preserving manufactured products, and controlling microbial deterioration in various industrial processes.

grotan® TK 5 plus N presents a water-soluble formulation featuring sulfite scavengers and 2-octyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (OIT), meticulously crafted for optimum efficacy. Particularly effective in ligninsulfonate-based admixtures, it ensures comprehensive microbial control without any organically bound chlorine. With a broad, balanced spectrum of effect against yeasts and molds, it stands as a reliable solution for controlling microbial deterioration in fluids used for working or cutting metal, glass, or other materials. This versatile preservative extends its application beyond concrete admixtures, making it indispensable for various industrial processes, including liquid-cooling and processing systems. As a solution for preserving manufactured products, grotan® TK 5 plus N guarantees prolonged shelf life and uncompromised quality assurance.