Arch Chemicals Receives EPA Registration for Densil DG 45 and Vanquish 100

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted registrations of Densil DG 45 antimicrobial and Vanquish 100 antimicrobial, developed by Arch Chemicals, Inc. for use in building product applicators. Both Densil DG 45 and Vanquish 100 are broad-spectrum antimicrobials that inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi and algae, preventing odor, staining and premature product failure.  These products are a part of an extensive product line for interior and exterior paints, wallboard, ceiling tiles, flooring materials and carpeting that tackle the growing problems of mold, mildew and bacteria.
    
Arch has also been granted registration for use of its Omacide IPBC 30, 40 and 100 fungicides as dry-film paint preservatives by Pest Man­agement Regulatory Affairs (PMRA), the agency responsible for conducting efficacy assessments on pest control products as well as industrial biocides for use in Canada. These broad-spectrum fungicides, based on IPBC (3-lodo-2-propynl-n-butylcarbamate) chemistry, inhibit the growth of mildew on latex paints and are used where a high mold hazard is present.