2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one CAS 2682-20-4

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2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one CAS 2682-20-4 Specification

Ph Level
Typically effective in pH range 2 to 9

Molecular Formula
C4H5NOS

Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystal

Purity
Typically >98% (varies by supplier and formulation)

Poisonous
Yes toxic if ingested or inhaled

Melting Point
Not applicable (decomposes before melting)

Ingredients
2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one may include water and stabilizing agents depending on the formulation

EINECS No
220-239-6

Structural Formula
Refer to chemical structural representations for C4H5NOS

Density
1.33 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Shelf Life
Typically 12-18 months in unopened containers

Shape
Irregular crystals or liquid form

Molecular Weight
115.16 g/mol

Usage
Used to inhibit bacterial and fungal growth in liquids; often combined with other isothiazolinones

CAS No
2682-20-4

Application
Preservative in cosmetics personal care products and industrial applications

Smell
Mild characteristic

Storage
Store in a cool dry well-ventilated place away from sunlight

Refractive Rate
Not readily available

Grade
Industrial or Cosmetic grade

Solubility
Highly soluble in water

Physical Form
Liquid or crystalline solid depending on formulation

Properties
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent effective at low concentrations stable over a wide pH range

HS Code
293499

About 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one CAS 2682-20-4

CMIT/MIT is a liquid biocide with outstanding advantages such as rapid inhabitation of growth and macromolecule synthesis, broad spectrum activity, effective at low concentration and against biofilm as well as a wide pH range, biodegradable non-persistent in the environment, non-surface activity, infrequent dosing, easily deactivated, compatibility, low toxicity, water soluble, non-foaming, cost effectiveness etc. The active ingredient is a mixture of two isothiazolines. CMIT/MIT is ideally suited to meet the requirement of an industrial water treatment biocide for bacteria, fungi and algae paper mill slimicide.

FAQs of 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one CAS 2682-20-4:

Q: What is 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one?

A: 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that inhibits bacterial and fungal growth in liquids. It is commonly used as a preservative in cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial applications.

Q: What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one?

A: 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystal with a mild characteristic smell. It is highly soluble in water and effective in a pH range of 2 to 9. It has a density of 1.33 g/cm3 and a molecular weight of 115.16 g/mol.