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Antimicrobial Grade

B-Cap 35 and B-Cap 50 Antimicrobial Agents are used for biofouling control in cooling and process water systems, as a paper mill biocide, and for general slime control. B-Cap is available in 35% and 50% concentration drums. B-Cap 70 is for manufacturing and it can be used in any FIFRA registered product formulation with H2O2 as the active ingredient.

Standard Containers Polyethylene drums: 55 gallon (208.2 liter), and Polyethylene totes 200-300 gallons (757-1135 liters). Shipment in tank trucks and tank cars is not available.

Hydrogen peroxide above 8% concentration is classified as an "Oxidizer" by the Department of Transportation and all containers must carry the yellow DOT label.

DOT Considerations
• DOT Description
• Placards: 5.1 Oxider
• Product can not be shipped by air
• B-Cap is shipped as a 5.1 oxider, Class 8 corrosive
• NFPA Class II oxidizer, UN 2014

Safety, Storage, and Handling
• B-Cap is available in four container sizes
• 3000 lb One Way Tote
• 500 lb Drum
• 275 lb Drum
• 130 lb Drum
• B-Cap should be stored in ambient temperatures.
• B-Cap should not be stored near oxidizing agents, reducing agents, fuels or other non-compatible materials. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
• Do not double stack.
• Do not store on wooden pallets or in direct sunlight.
• Mix product according to directions and use immediately. Prepared use solutions of B-Cap should not be stored for later use.
• B-Cap should be handled using good industrial hygiene procedures. Empty drums and containers as thoroughly as possible. Never return product to original container.
• Use in areas where an eyewash station and water supply is readily available.

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