IPBC Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate CAS 55406-53-6 IPBC
IPBC CAS 55406-53-6
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate (CAS No. 55406-53-6), abbreviated as IPBC, is an environmentally friendly and low-toxic fine chemical product with both high-efficiency bactericidal and broad-spectrum fungicidal properties. As a highly favored microbial control agent in the current industrial and daily chemical fields, it has achieved large-scale application and standardized promotion worldwide due to its unique mechanism of action, excellent compatibility, and core advantage of being environmentally friendly.
Product Details
| Item | Standard | Result |
| Appearance | White or Light yellow hydrated powder | PASS |
| (HPLC) Assay | ≥99.0% | 99.33% |
| Melting Point | 65-68ºC | 66.7ºC |
| Water(%) | 0.1MAX | 0.05 |
Product advantages
1. Long-Lasting Protection
By slowly releasing iodide ions to destroy the structure of microbial cells, it provides long-term antibacterial effects, suitable for high-humidity or high-temperature environments.
2. Chemical Stability
It is stable and effective in the pH range of 4 - 8, and is compatible with most daily chemical product formulations (such as creams, shampoos, wet wipes, etc.).
3. Strong Compatibility
It has good compatibility with daily chemical ingredients such as surfactants, oils, and fragrances, and is not prone to precipitation or failure.
product applications
1. Personal Care & Cosmetics Industry
Skin care products: Creams, lotions, serums, facial masks, etc. IPBC prevents mold and microbial spoilage, extending the shelf life of water-based and oil-in-water emulsions.
Color cosmetics: Foundations, eyeshadows, lipsticks, nail polishes. It inhibits the growth of microorganisms in pigment-rich, moisture-containing formulations.
Hair care products: Shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, styling products. It avoids formula corruption caused by fungi and bacteria in humid storage conditions.
2. Coatings & Building Materials Industry
Water-based coatings: Interior/exterior wall paints, wood coatings, metal coatings. IPBC prevents mold growth on paint films (especially in damp environments like bathrooms and basements) and degradation of coating binders.
Building material additives: Adhesives (white glue, epoxy adhesives), sealants, putty powders, tile grouts. It suppresses microbial growth in hydrophilic polymer systems, preventing product deterioration and discoloration.
3. Wood Preservation
Solid wood & wood products: Used in the treatment of solid wood boards, wooden furniture, outdoor wood structures (decks, fences). It prevents blue stain, rot and mold infestation in wood, extending service life.
Wood preservative formulations: Blended with other biocides (e.g., quaternary ammonium compounds) to enhance broad-spectrum anti-corrosion effects for both indoor and outdoor wood applications.
4. Industrial Water Treatment
Circulating cooling water systems: Controls fungi and algae growth in cooling towers and pipelines, preventing biofouling and blockages caused by microbial slime.
Paper industry: Added to pulp and papermaking processes as a fungicide, reducing mold-induced defects (e.g., discoloration, strength loss) in paper products.
5. Other Industrial Applications
Leather & textiles: Used in leather processing (tanning agents, leather finishes) and textile finishing (outdoor fabrics, home textiles) for anti-mold treatment, especially for moisture-prone products.
Metalworking fluids: Preservative for cutting fluids, emulsions and metalworking lubricants. It prevents microbial degradation of the fluid, which can lead to odor, viscosity changes and equipment corrosion.
Household cleaning products: Mildew-resistant additives for detergents, fabric softeners and bathroom cleaners, targeting mold on hard surfaces like tiles and bathtubs.
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