Amino Alcohol targets metalworking industry.

Dow Chemical Co., The    Midland, MI 48674-0001
May 30, 2008 Suitable for water-dilutable metalworking fluids, CORRGUARD(TM) EXT can be used in combination with other amines or as only amine in formulations since it has intermediate equivalent weight. Product enhances performance of many biocides and has shown optimal synergy with benzisothiazolinone. Combination helps control bacteria and fungi, while providing ferrous metal corrosion control and pH stability. In addition, CORRGUARD EXT forms emulsifiable salts with long-chain fatty acids such as tall oil.