Proxel GXL Preservative
Proxel GXL Preservative
PROXEL™ GXL Preservative, an aqueous solution of 1, 2- benzisothiazolin3-one, is an efficient microbiostat preservative for aqueous compositions such as oil in water emulsions, latices, emulsion paints including varnishes, lacquers, and stains, water based adhesives, inks, casein and rosin dispersions, textile spin-finish solutions, pesticide formulations, aqueous slurries, titanium dioxide slurries, tape joint compounds, leather processing solutions, and for the preservation of fresh animal hides and skins.
PROXEL GXL Preservative is registered with the Environmental Protection Agency and has been granted EPA Registration No. 1258-1255. Its components are also cleared by EPA for use under 40 CFR 180.920 for agricultural use.
Features & Benefits
- Effective control of a wide range of organisms at economic concentrations
- Long-term storage stability
- Ease of use due to its liquid form and good compatibility in most aqueous composition
Properties
| Properties | Value |
| Composition | A solution of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one at 19.3% ave in dipropylene glycol and water. |
| Physical Form | Liquid |
| Viscosity (25°C) Brookfield |
500 centipoise (approximately) |
| pH (25°C) | 12 (approximately) |
| Density (25°C) | 9.5 lb/gal (approximately) |
| Instant Boiling Point | 100°C |
| Specific Gravity (25°C/25°C) | 1.13 (approximately) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water at use dilutions |
| Stability | Stable under all normal conditions. Maintain the pH above approximately 4. The active agent is heat stable and non-volatile. Protect from frost. |
