Methylisothiazolinone

Methylisothiazolinone (MIT) is a synthetic preservative commonly used in personal care, household, and industrial products. It provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, protecting formulations against bacteria, fungi, and yeast. Supplied in aqueous solution with stabilizers, it is highly effective in low concentrations. Its strong preservation capacity makes it a preferred choice in rinse-off and select leave-on formulations.

CAS:

2682-20-4, 7732-18-5

Formula:

C₄H₅NOS

Molar Weight

115.15 g/mol

Melting Point

-0.4 °C (approx., pure compound)

Boiling Point

~155 °C (decomposes)

Density

~1.02 g/cm³ (aqueous solution)

Forms

Clear to pale yellow aqueous solution

Odor

Mild, characteristic odor

Key applications

  • Used as preservative in cosmetics and toiletries.
  • Applied in household cleaning formulations for stability.
  • Provides antimicrobial action in industrial products.
  • Used in rinse-off formulations like shampoos.
  • Helps extend shelf life of products.

Industries

  • Cosmetics
  • Personal Care
  • Household Products
  • Industrial Applications
  • Pharmaceuticals

MIT, 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
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