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DCOIT 99%                                  Email:sales@ozziechemical.com

Biocide for Silicone Sealants




Synonym: 4.5-Dichloro-2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-onedichloroctylisothiazolinone

CAS NO.: 64359-81-5

Description

DCOIT-99 biocide has been specifically designed to meet the requirements for use in acetoxy silicone sealants.

Typical Properties

These properties are typical but do not constitute specifications

Appearance

Yellow-white or white powder

Active Ingredient

99%

Loss on Drying,, %

≤0.5

Melting Point

42-44

Miscibility/Solubility

DCOIT-99 is miscible with a variety of non-polar solvents. DCOIT-99 is non-miscible with water. The solubility of the active ingredient in water is <10 ppm.

Directions for Use

DCOIT-99 biocide is a liquid product and is dosed either using automated metering systems or by hand-weighing. To ensure adequate mixing add the biocide at the compounding stage of the silicone sealant.

DCOIT-99 should be dosed in the range of 0.1 kg - 1 kg as supplied for a one tonne batch, which is equivalent to 10 ppm to 100 ppm active ingredient.

Basic Toxicological Information

LD 50 (rat, oral): 260 mg/kg (female); 440mg/kg (male).

Handling and Storage

Please refer to the safety data sheet for further detail on this product and for precise handling instructions.

DCOIT-99 can easily be incorporated into the sealant at the compounding stage. Due to the biocidal nature of the product, protective clothing is to be worn while handling the product. Any handling or use that could create aerosols is to be avoided.

The processing and use of industrial chemicals require adequate technical and professional knowledge.In general, avoid eye and skin contact, wear safety goggles, gloves and protective clothing. In case of eye or skin contact despite precautionary measures, wash immediately and thoroughly with plenty of warm water and obtain medical attention.

Packing

25Kg per drum.