In general, the concept of biocides can be defined as chemicals that occur as a result of contact with one or more active substances with each other, which have a lethal effect on microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, mold, and so on. At the same time, biocide can also refer to the meaning of the word, such as killing living entity, demolishing living entity.
What are biocidal products and Where Are they used?
Biocidal products, that is, products containing biocides, are basically collected under four groups. But each of these groups is also divided into groups within itself. These groups can be sorted as follows;
Preservatives
Film Protectors
Such products, in which the protection of surface properties takes precedence, are usually used in insulation materials, binders, paint, wall glue, materials such as high-value art work and similar items.
Wood Protectors
It is used to prevent harmful organisms that are likely to damage the wood surface.
Fiber, leather, rubber and polymer materials
It is used to prevent deterioration of paper, leather, rubber and similar substances.
Wall Protectors
These are products used for the protection of masonry-related building materials, including paint products.
Treatment systems and liquid refrigerant protectors
These products, which cannot be used in drinking water, are used to eliminate microbes and similar harmful organisms available on treatment systems.
Liquid Metalworking Type Protectors
These are products used to prevent and protect microbial degradation of metal processing fluids.
Disinfectants and General biocidal products
Biocidal Products That Ensure Human Hygiene
The goal of biocidal products under this group is to protect human health and at the same time to meet the hygiene requirements of people.
Disinfectants Used In Crowded Environments
These products are used for disinfection of products such as equipment, goods, surfaces and furniture.
Biocidal Products for Veterinary Sector
It is usually used in places where animals stay for a certain period of time or shelter for longer.
Disinfectants suitable for use in food and feed areas
These are products used in containers or manger where humans and animal food is kept.
Disinfectants Used In Drinking Water
These products are used for the purification of the water for humans and their animal consumptions.
Dispersene E/148.A, Mirecide MIT 23, Mirecide KW 600.X, Contrapen PR 200X, Mirecide TF 500, Mirecide KW 28, Contrapen PR 191, Mirecide M 90.X are among biocide products.
