- Functions:Anti-Microbial Agent, Preservative
- End Uses:Waterborne Coating
- Synonyms:1,2-Benzisothiazol-3-one, 1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one, 1,2-Benzisothiazolone, 1,2-Benzoisothiazol-3-one, 1,2-benzothiazolin-3-one, 1,2-benzothiazoline-3-one, 2,3-Dihydro-1,2-benzothiazol-3-one, 2,3-Dihydrobenzisothiazol-3-one, 3-Hydroxy-1,2-benzisothiazole, Benzisothiazolin-3-one, Benzisothiazolinone, Benzisothiazolone, Benzo[d]isothiazol-3(2H)-one, Benzoisothiazol-3-one
Proxel® BD Antimicrobial is a broad spectrum industrial preservative for use in aqueous systems such as paints, synthetic polymer emulsions, and thickeners. Its neutral pH helps avoid electrolyte shock. Based on the proven Arch chemical, 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one (BIT), Proxel® BD Antimicrobial has an easy to use aqueous dispersion, additives compatible with customer products and processes, and good flow properties. It also contains no added formaldehyde, has low acute mammalian toxicity, and has a broad pH compatibility.