UL Prospector
Prospector

Irgarol® 1051

Irgarol® 1051 is an algaecide specifically designed for use in marine antifouling coatings. It is a highly specific and effective inhibitor of photosynthesis which can control fouling of marine surfaces caused by algae. Its very low solubility in water contributes to very slow leaching rates and therefore extended antifouling action. This product is a white to slightly yellow powder. Combined with its low solubility in water, this makes it ideally suited to prevent the growth of algae in long-life marine antifouling applications.

Fouling can significantly increase water resistance to boats which can result in up to 40% higher fuel consumption. Fouling can also decrease maneuverability (a safety hazard) and it can damage the ship’s body. In the process of fouling, algae form a substrate for macrofouling. While Irgarol® 1051 shows outstanding performance in the control of algae, it has comparatively low biological activity to animals in general, including fish, shellfish, and humans. It is therefore an ideal active substance for the formulation of biocide packages with a designed performance profile, where it is combined with other active ingredients to control additional target organisms.

Company

BASF Dispersions & Pigments Asia Pacific provides solutions for customers in the coatings, construction, printing and packaging, and adhesive markets. These products help manufacturers in the adhesives, nonwovens, and fiber bonding industries meet functional and performance demands while using smart, ecologically minded materials that enhance the performance properties of customers’ production processes.

Company Documents

The information presented here was acquired by UL from the producer of the product or material or original information provider. However, UL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of the information contained on this website and strongly encourages that upon final product or material selection information is validated with the manufacturer. This website provides links to other websites owned by third parties. The content of such third party sites is not within our control, and we cannot and will not take responsibility for the information or content.

BASF Dispersions & Pigments Asia Pacific 巴斯夫亚洲分散液 & 颜料 makes their documentation available in the regions indicated below:

Where to Buy

BASF Dispersions & Pigments Asia Pacific 巴斯夫亚洲分散液 & 颜料

Are you a distributor who is interested in being listed here? Contact us!