Mergal® K19

Mergal® K19 by Troy Corporation (Arxada) is an in-can preservative, bactericide, fungicide and an algaecide for in dispersion adhesives and aqueous systems such as acrylate-sealants. It is a blend of 5-chloro-N-methylisothiazolinone, N-methylisothiazolinone and 1,6-dihydroxy-2,5-dioxalhexane. It offers a balanced, broad action spectrum against bacteria, yeasts, mold fungus and algae. It is compatible with aqueous polymer emulsions such as pure acrylic, styrene acrylic, polyvinyl acetate, copolymers, polyvinyl alcohol and vinyl acetate-ethylene pressure polymers. Mergal® K19 has a recommended usage level of 0.1-0.3%.