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Biosafe® HM4100

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Biosafe® HM4100 is a silicon-based antimicrobial that contains 3-(trihydroxysilyl)propyldimethyloctadecyl ammonium chloride, octadecyldimethyl(3-trihydroxysilylpropyl)ammonium chloride (at a concentration of 84% active condensed), and silsesquioxanes, 3-(dimethyloctadecylammonio)propyl, hydroxy-terminated, chlorides. It is approved by NSF 51 and has an EPA Registration Number of 83019-1. This non-leaching antimicrobial is specifically designed to impart bacteriostatic, fungistatic, and algistatic properties to coatings and resins used in the production of manufactured goods. Biosafe® HM4100 is commonly employed in resin blending, compounding, and coatings applications. The highlights of the product are as follows: Microbiostatic agent that protects articles from deterioration and discoloration Leach resistant Active against forms of fungi, algae, and bacteria Resin Compatibility TPU - Thermoplastic Polyurethane Urethane Foam Polyether bock amide (PEBAX®) Silicone (not post-cured) Polyamide 6 (PA6 or nylon 6) Acrylic (cast and thermoplastic) Acrylic Adhesives Spun Fiber Fiberglass Gel Coat

Chemical Family: Organosilane

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent

Features: Anti-algae, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Durable, Providing A Protective Surface Layer

Certifications & Compliance: EPA Registered, FDA Compliant, FIFRA, NSF Approved, NSF Standard 51 for Food Contact

Labeling Claims: Not Listed In California Proposition 65, VOC-free

Safety Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cleaning Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Features
  • No VOCs
  • Used in resin blending, compounding, and coatings
  • Microbiostatic agent that protects articles from deterioration and discoloration
  • Leach resistant
  • Active against forms of fungi, algae, and bacteria
  • High antimicrobial performance in ISO and ASTM testing
  • Does not promote development of resistant microorganisms
  • Typical use concentrations of 0.25-0.5 wt% active relative to the substrate being treated
  • Incompatible with anionic surfactants
Product Highlights

The antimicrobial component of HM 4100 kills microorganisms by effectively puncturing and rupturing the organisms’ cell wall. By comparison, conventional antimicrobials kill by leaching into the cell, where they are metabolized and interfere with critical life processes.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Use Level
0.25 - 0.5 wt%
Resin Compatibility
  • TPU - Thermoplastic Polyurethane
  • Urethane Foam
  • Polyether bock amide (PEBAX®)
  • Silicone (not post-cured)
  • Polyamide 6 (PA6 or nylon 6)
  • Acrylic (cast and thermoplastic)
  • Acrylic Adhesives
  • Spun Fiber
  • Fiberglass Gel Coat

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Recommended Process Temperaturemax. 170°C

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Standard Packaging
  • 100 g
  • 500 g
  • 3 kg
  • 15 kg
  • 60 kg
Packaging Under

Nitrogen