Inorganic/Organic hybrid anti-mold agent CAVINON
Cavinon is an inorganic and organic hybrid anti-mold agent with intercalated active ingredients in a layered inorganic compound. With its hybridization design, Cavinon has higher heat resistance, water resistance, and sustainability compared to conventional organic anti-mold agents. It can be used in a variety of applications where durability is required.
- Product Name
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CAVINON
Features
- Resistant to heat and able to be mixed into resin.
- Designed to release active ingredient gradually and keep longer-term effectiveness.
- Resistant to water and chemicals.
- Effective against a variety of molds.
Usage
Daily sundries | Triangular strainers, washbasins, bathtub covers, cleaning supplies, buckets, etc. |
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Home electronics | Air conditioners, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and refrigerators |
Interior and building materials | Wallpaper, curtains, shower curtains and carpets |
Building materials | Paints, sealants, mortar, concrete and adhesives |
Others | Tents, leather shoes and sporting goods |
Specifications
Grades and Features
Grades | Features | Appearance | Average particle diamete | Heat resistance temperature |
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Cavinon 800 | Standard grade for anti-mold |
White to pale yellow powder |
5μm | Approx. 250°C |
Cavinon 900 | Standard grade of antibacterial + anti-mold |
White powder | 4μm | Approx. 270°C |
Cavinon 740HV |
Antibacterial + anti-mold grade with enhanced antibacterial effect |
White to pale yellow powder |
5μm | Approx. 250°C |
Cavinon 940 |
Anti-bacterial + anti-mold grade with enhanced anti-mold effect |
Pale yellow powder | 4μm | Approx. 230°C |
Mechanism of action
Cavinon exhibits its anti-mold effect by gradually releasing the active ingredient, causing functional inhibition inside mold cells and eliminating the regeneration of fungal cells.
Effect
Cavinon has been shown to inhibit the growth of a wide range of microorganisms.
Minimum inhibitory concentration [MIC] (μg/mL)
Microorganism type | Cavinon 800 | Cavinon 900 | Cavinon 900 | Cavinon 940 |
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Aspergillus niger | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 |
Chaetomium globosum | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 |
Penicillium funiculosum | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 |
Penicillium citrinum | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 |
Cladosporium cladosporioides | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 | <6.25 |
Aureobasidium pullulans | 6.25 | 12.5 | 6.25 | 12.5 |
Gliobasidium virens | 50 | 100 | 100 | 25 |
Rhizopus oryzae | 100 | 200 | 100 | 200 |
Escharichia coli | 2000 | 500 | 250 | 500 |
Staphylococcus aureus | 62.5 | 125 | 62.5 | 125 |
Safety
The safety of Cavinon has been confirmed by various tests. Although there is some skin irritation depending on the grade, no irritation has been observed in products treated with anti-mold resins blended at practical concentrations.
Safety items | Cavinon 800 | Cavinon 900 | Cavinon 740HV | Cavinon 940 |
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Acute oral toxicity LD50 | >2,000mg/kg | >2,000mg/kg | >2,000mg/kg | >2,000mg/kg |
Mutagenicity | Negative | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Primary skin irritation | Moderately irritating | Moderately irritating | Moderately irritating | Moderately irritating |
Human patch test | 1.5% PP board Unstimulating |
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0.5% ABS board Unstimulating |
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Example of processing
Example of application in molded polyethylene product
Since the active ingredient does not easily bleed out, CAVINON prevents growth of mold for long term.
Untreated | Left for 90 days | |
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0.5% of Cavinon800 added |
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0.5% of Triazole-based antifungal agent added |
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0.5% of Haloalkylthio-based antifungal agent added |
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Example of Sealant Processing
Silicone sealants with Cavinon have excellent anti-mold effects even after 200 hours of immersion in running water.
Untreated | After 90 days of standing | |
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Cavinon 940 1.0% added |
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Isothiazoline mold inhibitor 1.0% added |
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Inquiries
- Department in charge
- Inorganic Functional Materials Department
- Phone number
- +81-3-3597-7265
*9:00 am - 5:00 pm (except weekends and holidays)