antibacterial

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It is commonly used as a preservative, an antibacterial agent, and in leather tanning.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

A third region contained the Pip gene, which produces an antibacterial molecule, and was linked to bacteria from the Muribaculaceae family.

From Science Daily • Dec. 23, 2025

Studies support these claims, showing that probiotics like Lactobacillus can help with acne by producing antibacterial compounds that inhibit C. acnes and by reducing inflammation.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2025

All four plants showed antibacterial activity against at least one multidrug-resistant strain of the bug, E. coli.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2024

He gives one to Christina, Peter, and me, along with an individually packaged antibacterial wipe, something I suspect only Amar will bother with.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth