OIT Biocide (2-Octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one)
CAS Number: 26530-20-1
OIT (2-Octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one) is a highly effective dry-film preservative for exterior and interior architectural coatings, providing long-lasting protection against mold, mildew, and algae growth on painted surfaces. Its lipophilic nature enables excellent compatibility with both water-based and solvent-based systems, ensuring durability over extended exposure cycles. OIT is a key active ingredient in high-performance mildew-resistant exterior paints.
Technical Specifications
| pH | 4.0–6.0 |
| purity | ≥98% |
| appearance | Yellowish liquid or white crystalline solid |
Applications
- Exterior architectural paints and stains
- High-performance mildew-resistant coatings
- Industrial protective coatings
- Wood coatings and impregnation systems
- Marine antifouling and topside coatings
Key Features
- Superior dry-film protection against mold, mildew, and algae
- Excellent UV and weather stability in exterior applications
- Broad-spectrum efficacy at low use concentrations (0.05–0.2%)
- Synergistic combination possible with IPBC or zinc pyrithione
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CAS Number
26530-20-1
Category
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