9th Annual WML Academic Symposium

Time: 2:00
Room: 301
Presenter(s): Amanda Ritz
Title: Electrochemical Detection of Methylisothiazolinone in Dish Soaps
Developed under the guidance of Dr. Jordan Womick , Chemistry

"A widely used industrial and household biocide known as methylisothiazolinone (MI) is known to increase the occurrence of Allergic Contact Dermatitis when present in large concentrations. Major brands of dish soap are known to contain MI. However, many dish soaps do not indicate the presence of MI on their in-store label and MI concentrations are typically a trade secret. Current methods for quantifying MI in products require significant time, labor, and resources normally only present to a specialist. A more accessible method using electrochemical detection is being developed as a screening method for MI. "