Prevention of undesired interactions between biocides and additives in synthetic materials to improve efficacy and to reduce the necessary amount of biocides

Description

Biocides are used to protect materials against undesired decomposition by microorganisms and to improve hygiene protection. Many biocides are deactivated in presence of plastic-additives. Therefore, a large excess of biocides is often necessary. Within this project, the better understanding of chemical interactions between plastic-additives and biocides will lead to new solutions using less biocides. This will generate positive ecological and economical impacts.