Biocide

Name:
Biocide
Detailed information:
General name for any substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, molds, slimes, fungi, etc. Many of them are also toxic to humans. Biocidal chemicals include chlorinated hydrocarbons, organometallics, halogen-releasing compounds, metallic salts, organic sulfur compounds, quaternary ammonium compounds, and phenolics.See Antiseptic; Disinfectant; Fungicide; Bactericide.