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

• Hospitals

• Institutions

• Veterinary establishments

• Dairies and milking parlours

• Poultry hatcheries

• Food processing plants

• Breweries

• Pasteurisers in canned food and beverage plants

• Yoghurt fermentation areas

• Air-conditioning units

Uses

Medical domain

• Used in medical dressings to prevent wound infections.

• Suitable for disinfection and sterilisation of surgical instruments.

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

Hygiene and personal care

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

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

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

Water treatment

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

• Used in industrial cooling water systems to prevent bacterial growth.

Textiles

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

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

Disinfectants and cleaning

• Added to household cleaners like floor and surface disinfectants.

• Used in sanitizers for schools, offices and public spaces.

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