Commonly used in water cooling systems, silver polishing agent in dishwashers detergent, automotive antifreeze, restrainer in photographic emulsions, and also as a lubricant additive.
As a UV-absorber for products that require photostability.
Uses
Benzotriazole - 1, 2, 3 works as a corrosion inhibitor for copper, copper alloys, and yellow metal. Also used in brake fluids, cleaners, coatings and adhesives, flooring, fuels, inks, tires, and water treatment.
Used in cosmetic products to protect skin and hair against harmful UV radiation.
Benefits
• Broad-spectrum UV-Absorber
• Strong absorption of UV-A-I
• Increases the photostability of other UV-Absorbers
• Widely used as an antiviral, antiulcer, antibacterial, and antifungal chemical
Usage Rate
May be used in concentrations of 0.1-10% added to wax or polish, or dissolved in a solvent as an anticorrosive.
Strengths
Benzotriazole - 1, 2, 3 is known for its versatile applications.
Caution
Benzotriazole or benzotriazole - 1, 2, 3 is an anti corrosive agent that appears as white to light tan crystals or white powder, and is odourless.
It mainly has three applications, which are as an anticorrosive for materials like copper, brass and bronze, stabiliser for plastics and similar materials, and as a anti fogging in films. This versatile product even possesses antihypertensive, antibacterial, analgesic, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.