Materials for Biocide Formulation

Active ingredient:  Polyhexamethyleneguanidine hydrochloride

Other Names: Poly(iminocarbonimidoylimino-1,6-hexanediyl) hydrochloride (IUPAC);  Poly(hexamethylendiamine guanidinium chloride; PHMG

CAS: 57028-96-3

Formula: (C6H16N2.CH5N3.ClH)x

Chemical Structure:

Molecular weight: 211.736 g/mol

Chemical and Physical Properties:

Active ingredient content: 25%

Appearance & Physical State: Clear to slightly opalescent liquid

pH: not available

Melting Point: not applicable

Boiling Point: 100°C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: not applicable (water solution)

Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated areas.  

Packing:  200 kg in plastic drum.

Product Description and Uses:  an effective biocide used as disinfectant and antiseptic in many cosmetic, personal care and household and institutional toiletry products, as well as in medical, surgical and veterinary applications.  It is also widely used in swimming pool and spa water as sanitizer to replace chlorine, as well as in industrial water treatment, oil fields, leather, and many other industrial applications.