Do you know the five correct ways to use mildew inhibitors and antimicrobial agents? -- Guangyuan Ruifeng New Materials

Release Time: 2020-08-03

Summary: Mildewcides are agents that prevent mold caused by microorganisms. Mildewcide types mainly include cosmetic mildewcide, detergent mildewcide, paper mildewcide, coating mildewcide, wood mildewcide, preservative mildewcide, etc. Below, Guangan Ruifeng New Materials Co., Ltd. will talk to you about the correct application of mildewcide from 5 aspects. Let's take a look!

Mold inhibitors are agents that prevent mold caused by microorganisms. Main types of mold inhibitors include those for cosmetics, detergents, paper, coatings, wood, and preservatives. Below, Guangyuan Ruifeng New Materials Co., Ltd. will discuss the correct application of mold inhibitors from five aspects. Let's take a look!

1. Addition Method

The addition method, also known as the blending method, involves directly adding a certain proportion of the mold inhibitor to the material or product. It can be added with the raw materials, at a certain stage in the process, or even to the finished product. Powder can be added, or the agent can be added after being dissolved in water or other organic solvents. This method is commonly used for food, beverages, seasonings, cosmetics, adhesives, oil paints, metal rolling fluids, cutting oils, etc.

2. Immersion Method

The material or product is immersed in a solution of a certain concentration for a certain period of time, then removed and air-dried or baked to allow the surface and interior of the material or product to absorb the mold inhibitor. The immersion time and temperature need to be controlled according to the object being treated. This method is commonly used for tapes, fabrics, carpets, packaging materials, bamboo and wood products, and straw products.

3. Coating Method

A mold inhibitor of a certain concentration is applied to the surface of the material or product using a coating tool (paintbrush, brush, etc.). The application should not be limited to the outer surface but should also include the inner surface. This method is commonly used for textiles, leather products, bamboo and wood products, electrical products, and cloth shoes.

4. Spraying Method

A mold inhibitor of a certain concentration is sprayed onto the surface of the material or product using a sprayer, also including the inner surface. Spraying must be even, and the mist should not be too large. This method is commonly used for leather and leather products, cloth shoes and cloth-soled shoes, textiles, bamboo and wood products, electrical products, and various parts.

5. Fumigation Method

The powder or tablets of a volatile agent are placed in the space of the product or container, allowing it to volatilize and gradually release bactericidal gas, which permeates the enclosed space to achieve a mold-inhibiting effect. This method is commonly used for optical instruments such as telescopes and microscopes, and traditional Chinese medicine.

These are five common methods for using mold inhibitors. You can choose the method that best suits your needs.

Keywords: Do you know the five correct ways to use mildew inhibitors and antimicrobial agents? -- Guangyuan Ruifeng New Materials

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