ACTICIDE@ SAC 80

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Product Information

ACTIGIDE(ii)BAC 80isalowtoxicity
quaternary ammonium based biocide for formulation of disinfectants,
cleansers andsterilant products and for production ofJungicidallalgicidal washes.
.

Chemical and Physical Characteristics

Composition:
Appearance:
Odour:
pH (1:1 in water 20C);
Solids (2hrs 80C):
Solubility:
Stab/lity/nap plication.:

80% coco alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride

Clear, colourless to pale liquid
Mildly amine
6.0 - 9.0
78 - 82%
Fully soluble in water, low molecular weight alcohols and ketones.
Stable in the presence of light, over the pH range 4 - 10 and up to 120C

Biocidal Properties
ACTICIDE@ BAC 80 is highly active against a wide range of bacteria, fungi, algae and viruses including the
following organisms, which are encountered where a high degree of disinfection action is required:

MIC Values ForTypical Spoilage Organisms (as ppm active BAC)

Bacteria

MIG

Moulds

MIC

Algae

MIC

Bacillus subtilis
Enterobacter aerogenes
Escherichia coli
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Proteus vulgaris
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Staphylococcus aureus

5
50
25
50
25
50
5

Aspergillus niger
Penicillium funiculosum
Epidermophyton floccosum
Microsporum canis
Trichophyton mentagrophytes
Candida albicans
Saccharomyces cerevisiae

50
50
10
2.5
10
25
10

Chlorella vulgaris
Nostoc commune
Scenedesmus vacuo latus

10
15
20

Applications I Use levels

ACTICIDE@ BAC 80 is suitable for the formulation of disinfectants, cleansers and sterilants. It may be used
as a fungicide/algicide wash base for maintenance or pre-decoration of masonry, brick, timber, plaster,
paintwork, etc. It is especially effective as an algicide and slimicide in swimming pools, industrial water
reservoirs and cooling towers.
For disinfection formulations it is recommended to prepare a 10% solution and for surface sterilisation 1 to
10% solutions are recommended. Application rates for other uses range between 0.10 and 1.0%.

More precise information regarding the concentrationrequired for specific applications can be advised or
determinedby the local Thor Microbiological Technical Centre.

Addition I Compatibility
ACTICIDE@ BAC 80 is a strongly cationic product and therefore incompatible with formulations containing

anionic components. It may, however, be used with other cationic or non-ionic compounds. Users are

therefore strongly advised to carry out their compatibility tests or seek further advice from Thor prior to
initial application.

Packaging I Storage I Transport I Regulatory Approvals

Packaging:
Shelf Life:
Availability:
Storage:
Transportation:
Regulatory
Approvals:
Registration of
ACTICIDE@ BAC 80
Formulations:

30 and 200 kg plastic drums and 1,000 kg intermediate bulk containers

24 months from production date when stored at approximately 20C. Crystallisation
may be seen at below 0 C but this is reversible on warming.
Ex stock in the above packaging
Protect from extremes of temperature.
ACTICIDE@ BAC 80 is classified as hazardous for transport
The active ingredient of ACTICIDE@BAC 80 has FDA 21 CFR 178.1010, 175.015,
176.300, BgVV Chapter 15 and a wide range of other regulatory approvals.
It should be noted that it is the responsibility of the user to obtain registration for
formulations based on ACTICIDE@ BAC 80 appropriate to its recommended
application and the country or territory in which it will be used. Further advice should
be sought from Thor.

Safety I Labelling I Toxicology**

Protective Clothing: Normal precautionsfor handling chemicals should be applied including the wearing
R & S Phrases
and Labelling:
Toxicology:

of protective clothing, rubbergloves and eye protection. Contact with skin, eyes and
mucous membraneshould be avoided.
For information regardingthe Risk and Safety phrases of ACTICIDE@BAC 80 and
labelling of productsto which it may be added please refer to the separate Material
Safety Data Sheet or seekspecific advice from Thor.

Coco alkyl dimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride:

AcuteOral Toxicity:
Primary Skin Irritation:
Primary Eye Irritation:
Sensitisation:
Subacuteand ChronicToxicity

LDso:200-2000mg/kg (rat)
Causticeffect on the skin and mucousmembranes
Strong caustic effect
No sensitisingeffect known
Ames negative
Non mutagenic(EPA 84-4)

The above values refer to the active substance giving rise to the hazard
classification.

* The data given are time and system dependant.

** Further details are given in the separate Material Safety Data Sheet.
The information contained in this leaflet is intended to be of assistance to users but is without guarantee.
Variations can occur in application and users are advised to conduct their own tests. Suggestions for use
neither give nor imply any freedom from patent infringement.
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Issue 4 19/03/02