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Broad-spectrum biocidal activity against bacteria, fungi, and algae in water-based industrial systems.
Low-dose efficacy with excellent stability across a wide pH range (pH 4–10).
Compatible with common water treatment additives including oxidizing and non-oxidizing biocides, dispersants, and corrosion inhibitors.
Non-foaming formulation suitable for high-shear and recirculating systems.
Designed for continuous or slug dosing in closed-loop cooling water, process water, and metalworking fluid applications.
Cooling water systems in power generation and HVAC facilities.
Process water circuits in paper manufacturing and textile mills.
Metalworking fluids and machining coolants in automotive and aerospace manufacturing.
Emulsion polymerization reactors and latex storage tanks.
Paint and coating manufacturing processes where microbial spoilage control is critical.
| Chemical Type | Isothiazolinone-based biocide (active ingredients: 5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one and 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one) |
| Product Form | Aqueous liquid concentrate |
| Appearance | Clear, light yellow to amber liquid |
| pH (as supplied) | 2.5–4.5 |
| Active Ingredient Content | 1.5% w/w total isothiazolinones |
| Density (20°C) | Approx. 1.02–1.05 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Completely miscible with water |
| Storage Stability | ≥12 months at 5–30°C in original sealed container |
Q1: What is the primary mode of action of Dow KATHON LX150 Fungicide?
A: Dow KATHON LX150 functions as a broad-spectrum biocide primarily through disruption of microbial cell membranes and inhibition of essential metabolic enzymes, leading to rapid loss of cellular integrity and cell death in fungi, bacteria, and algae.
Q2: In which types of industrial water systems is Dow KATHON LX150 typically used?
A: It is commonly applied in recirculating cooling water systems, process water loops, and closed-loop heat transfer fluids—especially where control of slime-forming microorganisms and biofilm development is critical for system efficiency and reliability.
Q3: How does Dow KATHON LX150 compare to traditional oxidizing biocides in terms of compatibility and residual activity?
A: Unlike oxidizing biocides, Dow KATHON LX150 is non-oxidizing and exhibits good compatibility with common corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, and dispersants. It provides persistent residual antimicrobial activity in the bulk water phase, supporting extended treatment intervals under stable operating conditions.
Q4: What are key handling and stability considerations for Dow KATHON LX150?
A: The product should be stored in its original container at temperatures between 5 °C and 30 °C, protected from freezing and prolonged exposure to UV light. It remains chemically stable in neutral to mildly alkaline aqueous solutions but may degrade more rapidly under strongly acidic or highly chlorinated conditions.
Q5: Is Dow KATHON LX150 suitable for use in formulations requiring regulatory compliance for indirect food contact applications?
A: Dow KATHON LX150 is designed for industrial water treatment and is not intended for direct food contact. For applications involving potential indirect food contact, users must consult applicable regional regulatory frameworks and verify suitability through qualified toxicological assessment and formulation-specific clearance.
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