MTI
Basic Information
MTI is a preservative system with the following active ingredients:
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INCI
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CAS No.
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EINECS No.
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Methylisothiazolinone (MIT)
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2682-20-4
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220-239-6
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Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate (IPBC)
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55406-53-6
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259-627-5
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Technical Specification
MTI
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Item
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Specification
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Appearance
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Colorless to light yellowish transparent liquid
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MIT content %
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5.0%
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IPBC content %
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2.5%
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Application field
MTI
is a non-formaldehyde and paraben preservative. Its active ingredient MIT has excellent antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria and Gram-negative bacteria, and its active ingredient IPBC has excellent antifungal activity, which can effectively control the growth of molds and yeasts.
MTI
can be used in the formulation of rinse-off and leave-on personal care products, the dosage is 0.05-0.2%.
MTI
The pH value range is above 8, preferably below 60ÂșC.
MTI
is compatible with cationic, anionic and nonionic surfactants, and its activity is not affected by the protein or protein hydrolysate in the product.
MTI
has excellent stability in sunscreen formulations that use organic or inorganic substances as UV isolation.