The Misunderstanding of Biocide-free Antifouling Paints

It’s a fact that antifouling paints for your ship’s hull harm the environment because toxic components dissolve in the water. Certain biocides, such as copper and zinc, accumulate in sediments, affecting bottom-dwelling organisms. Biocides can harm beneficial marine organisms, including algae, corals, and shellfish, disrupting ecosystems. Numerous biocides degrade slowly, extending their impact on aquatic […]