Inorganic Functional Materials (Environmental Amenity and Electronic Materials) Inorganic/Organic hybrid anti-mold agent CAVINON
Cavinon is an inorganic and organic hybrid anti-mold agent with intercalated active ingredients in a layered inorganic compound. With its hybridization design, Cavinon has higher heat resistance, water resistance, and sustainability compared to conventional organic anti-mold agents. It can be used in a variety of applications where durability is required.
Usage
- Home electronics
- Major appliance Others
- Environment and energy
- Recycling Reduce environmental impact Others
- Basic materials
- Pulp and paper products Resin and rubber additives Paint, ink, coatings and adhesives Others
- Automobiles
- Automobile interior
- Lifestyle
- Interior and exterior Daily sundries Toiletries Printing materials Agriculture and livestock Packaging materials Others
- Social infrastructure and residences
- Building structure, water and sewage Others
Function
Barrier and protection
Molding and processability
Water resistance
Heat resistance
Chemical resistance
Dispersibility
Weatherability
Features
- Resistant to heat and able to be mixed into resin.
- Designed to release active ingredient gradually and keep longer-term effectiveness.
- Resistant to water and chemicals.
- Effective against a variety of molds.
Usage
Daily sundries | Triangular strainers, washbasins, bathtub covers, cleaning supplies, buckets, etc. |
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Home electronics | Air conditioners, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and refrigerators |
Interior and building materials | Wallpaper, curtains, shower curtains and carpets |
Building materials | Paints, sealants, mortar, concrete and adhesives |
Others | Tents, leather shoes and sporting goods |
Specifications
Mechanism of action
Cavinon exhibits its anti-mold effect by gradually releasing the active ingredient, causing functional inhibition inside mold cells and eliminating the regeneration of fungal cells.
Example of processing
Example of application in molded polyethylene product
Since the active ingredient does not easily bleed out, CAVINON prevents growth of mold for long term.
Untreated | Left for 90 days | |
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0.5% of Cavinon800 added | ||
0.5% of Triazole-based antifungal agent added | ||
0.5% of Haloalkylthio-based antifungal agent added |
Inquiries
Inorganic Functional Materials Department
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