Methylchloroisothiazolinone/Methylisothiazolinone Mixture (MCIT/MIT)

Basic Information

• Product Name: Methylchloroisothiazolinone/Methylisothiazolinone Mixture (MCIT/MIT)
• Catalog: ECO-CWT-014
• Applications: Cooling water systems, wastewater treatment, oil and gas industry.

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Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCIT) and methylisothiazolinone (MIT) are powerful antimicrobial agents commonly combined to form an effective biocide mixture. These compounds are particularly noted for their potent inhibitory effects on a wide array of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, and algae.

Property Data

Features

• Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: The MCIT/MIT mixture is renowned for its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. These biocides operate by disrupting critical cellular processes in microorganisms, causing cell damage and eventual death.
• High Biocidal Efficiency: With rapid microbial inhibition and killing action, the MCIT/MIT mixture boasts high efficacy even at relatively low concentrations.
• Excellent Stability and Compatibility: The MCIT/MIT mixture offers remarkable chemical stability, ensuring sustained performance over extended periods. It exhibits good compatibility with a wide range of formulations, including both ionic and non-ionic surfactants.
• Biodegradability and Low Residual Impact: Once utilized, MCIT/MIT degrades efficiently, leaving minimal residual impact.

Applications

• Cooling Water Systems: In industrial cooling water systems, MCIT/MIT is used to control microbial fouling by preventing the formation of biofilms and the growth of algae, bacteria, and fungi.
• Wastewater Treatment: In wastewater treatment facilities, MCIT/MIT is used to manage microbial populations, preventing the proliferation of harmful organisms that could interfere with treatment processes or pose health risks.
• Oil and Gas Industry: Water used in oil and gas extraction processes, particularly in hydraulic fracturing and enhanced oil recovery, is often treated with MCIT/MIT. These biocides prevent microbial-induced corrosion and biofouling in pipelines and equipment, safeguarding the integrity of the infrastructure.

Usage Instructions

Concentration Levels

• For industrial applications, the typical concentration of the MCIT/MIT mixture varies from 0.05% to 0.4%.
• When used as a biocide, the recommended dose ranges from 80 to 100 mg/L, added every 3 to 7 days.
• For slimicide applications, concentrations between 150 and 300 mg/L are effective.

Combination with Other Agents

MCIT/MIT demonstrates enhanced efficacy when used in combination with other biocides such as quaternary ammonium compounds. It is also compatible with chlorine and other oxidative disinfectants but should not be used in sulfur-containing systems.

Packaging and Storage

• Packaging: Typically packaged in 25kg plastic drums, aligned with specific user requirements.
• Storage: Stored in cool, dry conditions away from direct sunlight.
• Shelf Life: 10 months.

Our methylchloroisothiazolinone/methylisothiazolinone (MCIT/MIT) mixture stands out as an effective, stable, and environmentally friendly solution for microbial control in the water treatment industry. Explore our product range at Alfa Chemistry and enhance your water treatment processes with our innovative solutions.