Polyhexanide (polyhexamethylene biguanide, PHMB) is a polymer used as a disinfectant and
antiseptic. In dermatological use, it is spelled polihexanide (INN) and sold under names such as
Lavasept, Serasept, and Omnicide.
Specification
Appearance Colorles to yellowish liquid
PH (1% solution) 4.0-5.0
Density 1.039-1.046
Absorbance E 1%/1cm(by 237nm) 400min
Ratio of absorbance (237nm/222nm) 1.2-1.6
Assay 19-21%
Application
PHMB is able to completely destroy a variety of bacteria, including Colon Bacillus, S. Aureus, C.
Albicans, N. Gonorrhoeae, Salm. Th. Murum, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Listeria Monocytogenes,
S.Dysenteiae, ASP. Niger, Brucellosis, C. Parahaemolyticus, V. Alginolyticus, V. Anguillarum, A.
Hydrophila, Sulfate Reduction Bacteria etc. PHMG can be used to clean skin and mucous membrane,
clothes, surfaces, fruits and indoor air. PHMB is also applicable for disinfection in aquaculture, livestock
farming and oil exploration.
Package & Storage
25kg or 200kg per plastic drum
Stored in a cool and dry place,keep away from fire