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Promex™ IPO is a biocide combination designed to protect dry powder and liquid coatings from fungal growth. PROMEX™ IPO contains an optimized blend of 2-n-Octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (OIT) and 3-Iodo-2-propynylbutyl carbamate in glycol. It is manufactured to the highest purity standards.

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Biocide, Fungicide

Labeling Claims: Formaldehyde-free, Heavy Metal-free, Non-Phenolic

Features: Bacteria Resistance, Cost Effective, Fungal Resistance, Good Compatibility

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Industrial Additives Functions
CAS No.
26530-20-1
EC No.
247-761-7

Features & Benefits

Key Features
  • Effective fungicide for a wide range of industrial applications.
  • Broad spectrum of activity against relevant microrganisms.
  • Free from formaldehyde, formaldehyde releasers, phenolics, heavy metals.
  • Low leaching rates
  • Cost effective as dry film fungicide
  • Good compatibility with other commonly used raw materials.
Microbial Deterioration

PROMEX™ IPO prevents or minimizes microbial deterioration of products and resulting consequences such as:

  • Mold and fungal growth
  • Unsightly surface discolouration
  • Surface staining

Applications & Uses

Applications

PROMEX™ IPO is highly suitable for the preservation of a wide variety of industrial coating products and adhesives where dry state antifungal protection is required.
Experience shows that compatibility with most products and raw materials is excellent, although compatibility testing and determination of most effective use concentrations is recommended.
Application areas:

  • Architectural paints and surface coatings
  • Adhesives
  • Roofing materials
  • Sealants and caulks
  • Grouting compounds

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH Value4 - 9
Use Levels0.5 - 2.0
Characteristic Properties
  • Clear, colorless solution
  • Stable over wide pH range
  • It is Frost stable to -5°C.
  • Compatible with most raw materials used in coating formulations.
  • Dispersible in water and alkyd based products.

Technical Details & Test Data

Microbial Efficacy
Bacteria Mic (ppm) Fungi and yeasts Mic (ppm)
Pseudomonas aeruginosa 100 Aspergillus niger 20
Pseudomonas putida 800 Penicillium fusiculosum 25
Escherichia coli 300 Penicillium mineoluteum 25
Staphylococcus aureus 100 Fusarium sp 25
Proteus vulgaris 800 Candida albicans 10

 

Ecological Effects

Biodegradable. When diluted below the minimum inhibitory concentration the constituents of Promex™ IPO have low bioaccumulation potential.