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EVAXEL® FI

New product of EVA LLC

EVAXEL® FI is a broad-spectrum in-can preservative based on a combination of chloromethyl/methylisothiazolinone and formaldehyde for industrial use in paints and varnishes and other water-based systems. It is highly effective at low input concentrations.

EVAXEL® FI is an optimized preservative system offering effective control of a wide range of microorganisms at economical concentrations, stability and good compatibility with most aqueous formulations.

Specifications
Appearance
  • Liquid
Category
  • Preserving agent
Appearance
  • Transparent yellow or yellow-green liquid
Properties and stability
  • Soluble in water, alcohols and glycols, surfactant solutions
  • It has low solubility in hydrocarbons
  • Stable and active in the pH range from 2.0 to 9.0
  • Can withstand temperatures up to 50°C
Recommended dosages
  • General recommended dosage 0.05 – 0.40%
Application
  • Water-based paints and varnishes;
  • Primers and dispersions;
  • Putties;
  • Emulsions of synthetic polymers;
  • Water-based adhesives;
  • Paste thickeners;
  • Sealants;
  • Printing inks;
  • Home care.
Main advantages
  • Broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity
  • Long-term preservation and rapid biocidal activity
  • Ease of use due to liquid state
  • High compatibility with water-based systems
  • Relatively low input levels and high efficiency
  • Efficiency in a wide pH range from 2 to 9