Kathon possesses broad-spectrum bactericidal properties, effectively killing algae, fungi, and bacteria. It also penetrates mucus, preventing microorganisms treated with Kathon from synthesizing enzymes and secreting adhesive substances or forming biofilms before cell death, resulting in thorough sterilization.
Kathhon is effective even at low concentrations; generally, an effective concentration of 0.5 mg/L is sufficient to effectively control bacterial growth, a feat unmatched by other agents.
It exhibits good miscibility; at typical effective concentrations, Kathon is physically compatible with chlorine, corrosion inhibitors, scale and dispersants, and most anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants. For example, when Brønsted and Kathon are used in combination at a ratio of 1-16:1, the product exhibits enhanced... It exhibits both efficacy and broad-spectrum bactericidal action;
Kathon effectively inhibits slime formation, easily penetrating the slime surface to effectively kill microorganisms within it. When added to a cleaning system, it effectively prevents slime layer growth;
It is environmentally friendly, rapidly degrading in aqueous solutions. When diluted below the recommended concentration, it naturally degrades into non-toxic substances, causing no environmental pollution. It has a wide pH range of applicability, maintaining high stability even in alkaline systems, generally suitable for pH values between 5.5 and 9.5. It is low in toxicity, requires long dosing intervals, and, due to its lack of surface activity, does not produce foam during use.
