Nouryon launched an antimicrobial active in the US. Triameen Y12D is said to enable formulators to create high-efficiency disinfectants for a range of uses including household, institutional and industrial applications.  

According to Nouryon, Triameen Y12D is a highly efficient antimicrobial active with broad spectrum effectiveness to address bacteria, including mycobacteria, fungi, as well as select viruses. It has a strong sustainability profile and requires lower dosages than quaternary ammonium products. 

“We are very pleased to introduce Triameen Y12D to our customers in the US,” said Suzanne Carroll, SVP-home and personal care, Nouryon. “Expanding our portfolio of cleaning technology with this specialty product demonstrates the company’s commitment to broadening the global reach of our innovative antimicrobial portfolio.” 

By using non-quaternary ammonium technology, Triameen Y12D is different from other widely-used antimicrobials in the US, according to Nouryon. It is also free of aldehydes and halogens, and is non-sensitizing. In addition to the enhanced dose-effectiveness benefits compared to quats, Triameen Y12D is said to have an outstanding sustainability profile. The product, “as sold,” is easy-to-handle, highly active (92%), readily biodegradable and is majority-biobased (67% renewable carbon index). 

The performance of Triameen Y12D can be boosted by formulating disinfectants with Nouryon’s portfolio of green chelating ingredients, including Dissolvine M-40 and GL-47-S products.