Manufacturers, Exporters and Suppliers of INNOVA BCD 407 – Isothiazolinone Based Biocide for Bacterial & Fungal Control in Water Systems in Saudi-arabia

Innova Corporate (India) supplies a premium Isothiazoline based Biocide, also known as Isothiazolinone biocide, a broad-spectrum, non-oxidizing preservative and microbiocide for industrial water treatment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Industries across Jubail, Yanbu, Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah prefer Isothiazoline biocides because they offer excellent long-term microbial control (4-8 weeks protection), are halogen-free (no chlorine, bromine - reduces corrosion on sensitive equipment, especially important for desalination plants and RO membranes), have a favorable environmental profile (biodegradable, low toxicity), and are compatible with a wide range of water chemistries - important for facilities with strict Royal Commission discharge norms, marine protection requirements (Arabian Gulf and Red Sea), and ZLD requirements. Our Isothiazoline based biocide is a synergistic blend of CMIT (5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one) and MIT (2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one) in a 3:1 ratio, providing powerful control of bacteria, fungi, yeasts, and algae. The mechanism of action involves inhibition of key enzymes involved in microbial metabolism, specifically inhibiting glucose transport and disrupting the Krebs cycle. This leads to cessation of growth and eventual cell death. Unlike shock biocides that require high doses for short periods, our Isothiazoline biocide is ideal for continuous or semi-continuous dosing (3-7 days per week) at low concentrations (5-20 ppm), providing ongoing protection against microbial regrowth with minimal handling. Key applications in Saudi Arabia include cooling water systems (continuous treatment - refineries, petrochemical plants, power plants), desalination plant pre-treatment (membrane protection - critical for biofouling control), oil & gas water injection (long-term preservation), petrochemical plant cooling water, and reverse osmosis membrane protection. The product is particularly valued in desalination and RO systems where halogen-free biocides are preferred to avoid oxidation and damage to polyamide membranes. Our Isothiazoline biocide is effective at low dosages (5-30 ppm continuous) and maintains efficacy over extended periods (4-8 weeks) due to its slow degradation profile and regenerative properties. It is effective across pH range 4-9 and at temperatures up to 50°C (suitable for most cooling water applications). However, it can be deactivated by high levels of reducing agents (sulfite, thiosulfate) and strong nucleophiles - avoid overdosing of sulfite-based oxygen scavengers. The product is compatible with non-ionic and anionic surfactants and most corrosion inhibitors and antiscalants. By using our Isothiazoline based biocide, Saudi industries achieve long-term, cost-effective microbial control (30-40% lower cost than shock dosing programs), reduced biocide handling frequency (once a week vs daily), compatibility with sensitive equipment (desalination membranes, RO membranes, ion exchange resins, stainless steel), favorable environmental profile for Royal Commission and MEWA compliance and marine discharge, and reduced labor costs for biocide addition.