Description

Nikasan CAS NO 63748-44-7 is a high-purity chemical compound widely recognized for its efficacy as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. Its primary value lies in its ability to inhibit microbial growth, thereby extending the shelf life and maintaining the integrity of various formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries who require reliable and compliant preservation solutions.

Application

• Cosmetic and Personal Care Preservative: Used in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, and other leave-on and rinse-off products to prevent spoilage from bacteria and fungi.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Employed as an antimicrobial preservative in topical ointments, creams, and certain liquid preparations to ensure product sterility.
• Industrial Biocide: Functions in cooling water systems, metalworking fluids, and adhesives to control microbial contamination.
• Household and Institutional Products: Incorporated into liquid soaps, detergents, and surface cleaners for enhanced preservation.
• Paints and Coatings: Acts as an in-can preservative to prevent bacterial degradation of water-based formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nikasan
CAS No.	63748-44-7
Molecular Formula	C11H17N3O5S
Molecular Weight	303.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol; Bronopol; BNPD; Myacide; Myacide AS; Myacide BT; Canguard 409; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-bromo-2-nitro-
EINECS	264-447-0

Quality Control

Our Nikasan is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and efficacy. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identification, and impurity profiles, confirming compliance with relevant industry specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	130 - 133 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.