Molecules, Vol. 25, Pages 991: Isothiazolinone Biocides: Chemistry, Biological, and Toxicity Profiles
Molecules, Vol. 25, Pages 991: Isothiazolinone Biocides: Chemistry, Biological, and Toxicity Profiles
Molecules doi: 10.3390/molecules25040991
Authors:
Vânia Silva
Cátia Silva
Pedro Soares
E. Manuela Garrido
Fernanda Borges
Jorge Garrido
The importance of isothiazole and of compounds containing the isothiazole nucleus has been growing over the last few years. Isothiazolinones are used in cosmetic and as chemical additives for occupational and industrial usage due to their bacteriostatic and fungiostatic activity. Despite their effectiveness as biocides, isothiazolinones are strong sensitizers, producing skin irritations and allergies and may pose ecotoxicological hazards. Therefore, their use is restricted by EU legislation. Considering the relevance and importance of isothiazolinone biocides, the present review describes the state-of-the-art knowledge regarding their synthesis, antibacterial components, toxicity (including structure–activity–toxicity relationships) outlines, and (photo)chemical stability. Due to the increasing prevalence and impact of isothiazolinones in consumer’s health, analytical methods for the identification and determination of this type of biocides were also discussed.
Source: Molecules - Category: Chemistry Authors: V ânia Silva C átia Silva Pedro Soares E. Manuela Garrido Fernanda Borges Jorge Garrido Tags: Review Source Type: research