Why and where use antimicrobials and biocides?

Why use Antimicrobials?

Antimicrobials/Biocides are effective at inhibiting microbial growth which is responsible for the degradation of a wide range of plastics and natural rubbers.

Lonza Microbial Control's antimicrobials are used to increase the useful life of plastic parts and have been proven effective against micro-organisms in a variety of applications at cost-effective use levels.

Lonza Microbial Control's Biocides and Antimicrobials provide:

High level of protection against
Fungi, Bacteria and Algae
Through a broad spectrum of activity
Excellent durability of
the preservative effect
(to UV and Soil Burial)
Easy Formulation
Fewer secondary effect on other
components
Regulatory Compliance
Consistency with current and future
regulatory expectations

Where to use Antimicrobials?

Lonza Microbial Control's Antimicrobials offer a broad spectrum of protection against:

Fungi
Bacteria
Algae

Lonza Microbial Control's Antimicrobial products offer excellent protection against micro-organisms in a wide range of polymers including:

PVC
Polyurethane
Rubbers and Elastomers
Other Polymers
(i.e. polyolefins, silicones...)

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Use biocides safely.
Always read the label and product information before use.

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