Benzisothiazolinone Preservatives
What Is Benzisothiazolinone?
Benzisothiazolinone, also called BIT, is an off-white to yellowish liquid antimicrobial substance. BIT 85 biocide is a broad spectrum microbicide for the preservation of industrial water-based products against the attack of microorganisms. BIT 85% Powder containing 99% W/W 1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one.
Benzisothiazolinone is a preservative, specifically recommended for the preservation of polymer emulsions, paints and coatings, adhesives, and printing inks. But it is also a disinfectant used in the film, fiber, leather, masonry, metalworking, and embalming industries. However, it is also found in liquid hand soap and sunscreen. It dissolves in water and is used in water-based solutions, such as pastes, paints, and oils.
Why we prefer to Uses Benzisothiazolinone?
We use benzisothiazolinone in several of our products as a biodegradable preservative that is a better alternative to formaldehyde, methylisothiazolinone, and medium-chain triglycerides. The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety considers the ingredient safe when used as a preservative up to 0.01% in cosmetics. The ingredient of BIT is acceptable in its body care and cleaning product quality standards. In addition, research shows the ingredient is not a strong skin irritant in skin cream up to 100ppm. In one word, BIT is safe as preservatives.
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