| abstract |
Use of diamines of the formula in which R and R 1 are the same or different and each represents a straight-chain or branched alkyl radical having a total of 1 to 14 carbon atoms or an optionally alkyl-substituted cycloalkyl radical having a total of 3 to 12 carbon atoms, as active substances for controlling harmful organisms in water and other, in particular technical, materials. Bacteria, fungi, yeast and algae are combated.n n n The control takes place in standing and flowing waters. In preservatives and disinfectants, diamines are used in natural and artificial, especially technical materials. |