Easy-to-use
Optimized processing and manufacturing requirements allow for easy incorporation into water-based coating systems
Heavy-metal-free
The technology does not contain heavy-metal-based chemistries and is an effective alternative to metal-based antimicrobial additives
Broad-spectrum
Effective against not just stain and odor-causing bacteria but also the growth of product-degrading fungi including mold and mildew
Improved quality
Improved stability with minimal impact on optical properties of water-based coatings, making it ideal for transparent and thin coatings
Multiple applications
Can be integrated into water-based coatings for application on a wide range of substrates, including polymers, glass, and metal
24/7 protection
Delivers 24/7 product protection against microbial growth - including bacteria and mold - for the expected life of the coating
Global registration
The active ingredient is registered with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is LapisShield antimicrobial coating technology?
LapisShield is a heavy-metal-free antimicrobial technology for water-based coating formulations that imparts antimicrobial protection to the coating surface
What makes LapisShield by Microban different from traditional antimicrobial additives?
Unlike many traditional antimicrobial additives, which can cause yellowing, be difficult to disperse, and settle or phase separate over time, LapisShield is clear, UV stable, easy to incorporate, and maintains formulation stability after incorporation.
How does LapisShield antimicrobial coating technology work?
LapisShield remains constantly active on surfaces, disrupting internal enzymes, blocking metabolic pathways and creating an inhospitable environment where bacteria, mold and mildew cannot proliferate.
Is LapisShield technology EPA registered?
LapisShield by Microban is registered with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR)
