Agent Name |
Methylisothiazolinone |
CAS Number |
2682-20-4 |
Formula |
C4-H5-N-O-S |
Major Category |
Other Chemicals |
Synonyms |
2-Methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone; 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one; 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one calcium chloride; 3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 2-methyl-; [ChemIDplus] 2-Methyl-2,3-dihydroisothiazol-3-one; [ACGIH Guide to Occupational Exposure Values, 2002] |
Category |
Preservatives/Disinfectants |
Sources/Uses |
Used as a biocide and preservative; it is present in Kathon KG, MCI/MI, and Euxyl K100; [Kanerva, p. 1183-4] |
Comments |
Allergic contact dermatitis reported in workers using products containing this preservative; [Kanerva, p. 1183] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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