Overview

BIOBAN™ CS-1246 is a high-performance industrial preservative developed by Dow for comprehensive microbial control in water-based and semi-aqueous systems. It is based on a blend of CMIT/MIT (Chloromethylisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone), delivering exceptional broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and yeast. BIOBAN™ CS-1246 is specifically designed for use in paints, coatings, adhesives, polymer emulsions, and construction chemicals, where long-term product stability is critical. Its proven effectiveness at low dosage, combined with outstanding compatibility across diverse formulations, makes it a cost-efficient and reliable solution for industrial preservation.

Benefits

• Broad-Spectrum Protection: Effective against bacteria, mold, and yeast in aqueous formulations.

• High Efficiency at Low Concentrations: Ensures cost-effective preservation.

• Enhanced Storage Stability: Maintains efficacy during long-term storage under varied conditions.

• Wide Compatibility: Works seamlessly with diverse industrial water-based systems.

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets international standards for industrial preservation.

• Low Impact on Formulation Properties: Does not interfere with color, viscosity, or performance.

Applications

• Paints & Coatings – Provides superior in-can preservation for waterborne paint systems.

• Adhesives & Sealants – Maintains performance and prevents microbial spoilage during storage.

• Polymer Emulsions – Ensures microbiological stability in latex dispersions and synthetic emulsions.

• Construction Chemicals – Suitable for admixtures, plasters, and cement-based products to avoid microbial growth.

• Industrial Fluids – Delivers protection in process water and auxiliary fluids requiring antimicrobial control.

• Specialty Additives – Ideal for high-performance products where contamination resistance is essential.

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