Polyhexamethylene Biguanide Phmb - Cas No: Cas 32289-58-0 Cas 27083-27-8 Cas 28757-48-4 Cas 28757-47-3 Ec No: 608-723-9

Polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB 20% solution) a Vantocil IB / Vantocil TG disinfectant

CAS numbers:

32289-58-0, 27083-27-8, 28757-48-4, 28757-47-3

EC no: 608-723-9

Description:

A broad-spectrum, fast-acting bactericide used for formulating disinfectants and sanitisers in industrial, institutional, agricultural, food, beverage, and domestic applications. It is a 20% aqueous solution of poly(hexamethylene biguanide) hydrochloride (PHMB), widely effective for solid surface disinfection.

Application areas

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  Hospitals

  
  


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  Institutions

  
  


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  Veterinary establishments

  
  


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  Dairies and milking parlours

  
  


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  Poultry hatcheries

  
  


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  Food processing plants

  
  


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  Breweries

  
  


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  Pasteurisers in canned food and beverage plants

  
  


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  Yoghurt fermentation areas

  
  


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  Air-conditioning units

  
  

Uses

Medical domain

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  Used in medical dressings to prevent wound infections.

  
  


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  Suitable for disinfection and sterilisation of surgical instruments.

  
  


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  Added to hand wash, hand creams and disinfectant sprays for antibacterial action.

  
  

Hygiene and personal care

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  Used in hand wash and shower gels for long-lasting antibacterial protection.

  
  


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  Added to skincare formulations to control bacteria and reduce skin infections.

  
  


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  Included in oral care products like toothpaste and mouthwash to prevent gingivitis.

  
  

Water treatment

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  Helps maintain water quality in swimming pools and aquariums by controlling bacteria and algae.

  
  


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  Used in industrial cooling water systems to prevent bacterial growth.

  
  

Textiles

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  Applied in medical garments such as surgical gowns to reduce bacterial spread.

  
  


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  Used in sportswear and bedding to minimise odour and bacterial growth.

  
  

Disinfectants and cleaning

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  Added to household cleaners like floor and surface disinfectants.

  
  


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  Used in sanitizers for schools, offices and public spaces.

  
  


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  Applied for cleaning and disinfection in hospitals and clinics to prevent cross-contamination.