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EPA-Registered Disinfecting Products for Consumers

ACTIVE INGREDIENT

PRODUCTS

USE DIRECTIONS

Citric acidLysol Bathroom cleaner
  1. Spray the surface until thoroughly wet
  2. Leave for 30 seconds to sanitize or 10 minutes to disinfect.
  3. Wipe away when desired contact time has passed.
Citric acidComet disinfecting bathroom cleaner
  1. Thoroughly wet nonporous surface and rinse.
  2. Spray product on and let stand for 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse or wipe away product after 10 minutes.
Citric acidCleanCide Ready-To-Use Germicidal Detergent wipesFor best results, leave on non-porous surface for 10 minutes.
EthanolSaginaw
  1. Hold container upright 6 - 8" from nonporous surface.
  2. Cover the surface thoroughly until wet.
  3. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Wipe off.
EthanolPurell Professional Surface Disinfectant
  1. Hold container upright 6 - 8" from surface (WORKS ON BOTH PORUS AND NONPORUS).
  2. Cover the surface thoroughly until wet.
  3. Let stand for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. For best results, let air dry to increase contact time.
EthanolLysol Neutra Air
  1. Hold upright, press button and spray towards the center of a room for 10 seconds. OR.
  2. Pre-clean surface and then hold upright 6-8" from surface. Spray for 2-3 seconds until covered with mist.
  3. Let stand for 10 minutes and allow to air dry.
Ethyol AlcoholGerm-XFirst, apply the sanitizer to the palm of your hand. Then, simply rub throughout all surfaces of your hands and fingers until the product is dry.
Glycolic AcidClorox Tough Stain Remover Toilet Bowl Cleaner
  1. Flush toilet.
  2. Apply 6 oz. under and around rim.
  3. Scrub entire bowl.
  4. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Flush toilet.
Hydrochloric acidLysol Power Plus Toilet Blow CleanerSpray until thoroughly wet. Let stand for 10 minutes then wipe clean.
Hydrochloric acidLysol Lime & Rust Toilet Bowl Cleaner
  1. Spray until thoroughly wet.
  2. Let stand for 10 minutes then wipe clean.
Hydrochloric acidLysol brand Toilet bowl cleaner with bleach
  1. Flush toilet to remove any excess dirt
  2. Directly pour 3/4 cup (6 oz.) of product inside bowl to completely coat the sides of the bowl and under the rim
  3. Clean up spills and drips immediately
  4. Do not close the toilet bowl lid.
  5. Let stand for at least 5 minutes.
  6. Brush entire bowl to wet surfaces thoroughly, including under the rim, and flush.
  7. Rinse brush in fresh water after use.
  8. Repeat if necessary.
Hydrochloric acidOxy-1 WipesDesigned for use on non-porous surfaces associated with high use/touch.                       
  1. Pre-clean visibly soiled areas.
  2. Pull cloth from dispenser and wipe hard, non-porous environmental surfaces.
  3. Allow the Oxy-1 Wipes solution to remain visibly wet for 1 minute. Use additional cloths if needed to ensure the correct wet-contact time.    
  4. Allow surface to air dry.
Hydrochloric acidClorox Pet Solutions Advanced Formula Disinfecting Stain & Odor Remover
  1. Spray directly onto pet stain until complete covered.
  2. Rinse with water or wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
Hydrogen PeroxideHydrogen Peroxide, Clorox Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaner
  1. Pour the hydrogen peroxide into the spray bottle.
  2. Spray down the hard surfaces in your bathroom, kitchen, living room and bedrooms you are trying to disinfect (tubs/showers, trashcans, doorknobs, toilets, sinks, etc.).
  3. Allow the solution to bubble on the surface for at least 5 minutes.
  4. Wipe off.
Iodine Can be used to clean dishes/utensils/etc., and ensure food prep spaces are absolutely clean. Can be used to test the strength of dish soap and to purify water.
L Lactic AcidWindex Disinfectant Cleaner
  1. Pre-clean the area so it's free of dirt.
  2. Spray the surface until it is totally wet.
  3. Let the spray sit on the surface for ten minutes.
  4. Use a dry paper towel or lint-free clean cloth to wipe the surface.
  5. If the surface regularly comes into contact with food, you must rinse it with water after sanitizing to prevent food picking up the cleaner.
L Lactic AcidFangio - SC Johnson
  1. Pre-clean heavily soiled areas
  2. Spray the surface until it is totally wet.
  3. Let the spray sit on the surface for 10 minutes.
  4. Use a paper towel or cloth to wipe surface.
  5. Let surface air dry.
PhenolicLysol Laundry Sanitizer AdditivePour 2 capfuls, each filled to line 2 of the dosing cup, to the fabric softener compartment or directly to your rinse cycle. To sanitize:
Add to rinse cycle and leave product in rinse cycle for 16 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumPine-Sol Cleaner and Antibacterial
  1. Spray on the surface.
  2. Let product sit on the surface for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Allow the surface to air dry if possible, or wipe off after 10 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumPine Glo Antibacterial & Disinfectant CleanerApply Pine Glo Antibacterial Kitchen & Bathroom Cleaner and Disinfectant undiluted to hard, nonporous surfaces. Thoroughly wet the surfaces with a cloth, mop, sponge, sprayer or by immersion. Treated surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes. Wipe dry with a cloth, sponge or mop or allow to air dry.
Quaternary ammoniumFantastik All Purpose Cleaner
  1. Spray on the surface.
  2. Let sit on the surface for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Allow the surface to air dry if possible, or wipe off after 10 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumCDW (Clorox disinfecting wipes)To disinfect hard, nonporous surfaces, wipe the surface. Use enough wipes for the surface to remain visibly wet for 4 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumClorox PPD DashApply full strength to hard, nonporous surfaces with a clean cloth/mop/sponge. Allow the surface to remain wet for 10 minutes. Wipe -and/or- rinse the surface. For visibly soiled surfaces, pre-cleaning is required.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Disinfecting Wipes (All Scents)
  1. Wipe hard non porous food-contact surfaces with a wipe until the surface is visibly wet.
  2. Allow the surface to remain wet for 10 minutes. Let air dry.
  3. If surfaces are extremely dirty, clean first with another wipe before disinfecting.
  4. Discard used wipe in the trash. Do not flush in toilet.
  5. Rinse food-contact surfaces with clean, potable water after disinfecting. Do not use to disinfect dishes, glassware or utensils.
Quaternary ammoniumClorox Scentiva Bathroom Disinfecting Foam CleanerShake the can and spray - 8 inches from surface to be cleaned. Allow foam to penetrate heavily soiled areas, then wipe or rinse. Repeat as necessary. To remove soap scum, shake the can and spray 6 - 8 inches from surface to be cleaned. Allow foam to sit for 30 seconds. Wipe or rinse. Repeat as necessary.
Quaternary ammoniumClorox Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner
  1. Turn nozzle to ON.
  2. Tilt bottle at a downward angle while spraying.
  3. Wait a few minutes.
  4. Wipe with sponge or cloth.
Quaternary ammoniumClorox Disinfecting WipesWipe surface. Use enough wipes for the treated surface to remain visibly wet for 4 minutes. Let surface dry.
Quaternary ammoniumClorox 4in1 Disinfecting Spray
  1. Hold can upright 6 - 8 inches from surface.
  2. Spray surface until thoroughly wet.
  3. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Allow to air dry.
  5. Rinse with potable water for food-contact surfaces.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol Brand Cling & Fresh Toilet Bowl Cleaner
  1. Raise toilet seat, flush bowl and remove heavy soil by scrubbing with a stiff brush prior to using product.
  2. Point top of bottle down into bowl and squeeze gently, dispensing at least 4 oz. of the thick formula under the rim and on the sides of the bowl, letting it run down into the water.
  3. Do not close toilet bowl lid.
  4. To disinfect, let stand for at least 15 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol Brand Clean & Fresh Multi-surface Cleaner
  1. Use full-strength or dilute ¼ cup (2 oz.) per gallon of warm water.
  2. Apply to surface until thoroughly wet.
  3. Wipe with a clean cloth, sponge, or mop.
  4. To sanitize pre-clean the surface by leaving the produce on for 1 minute before wiping.
  5. To disinfect, pre-clean the surface by leaving the product on for 10 minutes before wiping.
  6. Rinse all food contact surfaces with water after using the product.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol Brand Foaming Disinfectant Basin Tub & Tile Cleaner IIShake well before using. Point button to mark on rim. Hold can 6-8 inches from surface. Leave on for 10 minutes before wiping.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Laundry SanitizerAdd 2 capfuls, each filled to line 2 of the dosing cup, to the fabric softener compartment or directly to your rinse cycle wash. To sanitize, add to the rinse cycle and leave product in rinse cycle for 16 minutes.
Quaternary ammoniumGertrude - Product base of SC Johnson cleaning products Scrubbing Bubbles and Fantastik DisinfectantTo disinfect (hard, non-porous surfaces), spray 6-8 inches from surface until thoroughly wet. Allow surface to remain wet for 5 minutes. Remove by rinsing with water or wiping with a wet cloth or sponge. For heavily soiled areas a pre-cleaning is required.
Quaternary ammoniumEnvy Foaming Disinfectant CleanerSpray on surface, leave on for 3 minutes. Wipe off.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® All Purpose CleanerTo disinfect, pre-clean the surface. Spray surface until thoroughly wet. Leave for 2 minutes before wiping. Rinse all food-contact surfaces with water after use.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Deodorizing Disinfectant CleanerPre-clean surfaces prior to use. Hold can upright 6 to 8" from surface. Spray 3 to 4 seconds until covered with mist.

To disinfect, surfaces must remain wet for 3 minutes then allow to air dry.
For norovirus, surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes then allow to air dry
Rinse toys and food contact surfaces with potable water after use.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Disinfectant Max Cover MistPre-clean surfaces prior to use. Hold can upright 6 to 8” from surface. Spray 6 to 7 seconds until covered with mist.

To disinfect hard surfaces, let stand for 3 minutes then allow to air dry. For norovirus, surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes then allow to air dry.
Rinse toys and food contact surfaces with potable water after use.

To sanitize soft surfaces, let stand for 30 seconds then allow to air dry.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Disinfectant SprayPre-clean surfaces prior to use. Hold can upright 6 to 8" from surface. Spray 3 to 4 seconds until covered with mist.

To disinfect, surfaces must remain wet for 3 minutes then allow to air dry.
For norovirus surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes then allow to air dry
Rinse toys and food-contact surfaces with potable water after use.
Quaternary ammoniumLysol® Kitchen Pro Antibacterial CleanerTo sanitize/disinfect, pre-clean surface. Apply to surface until thoroughly wet.                             
 
To disinfect, leave on for 10 minutes before wiping. Rinse all food-contact surfaces with water after use.              
Quaternary ammoniumClear Gear Sports SpraySpray onto surface until thoroughly covered and wet. Air dry.
Sodium hypochloriteBleach, Lysol/Clorox/Drain cleanerFollow instruction on product.
Sodium hypochloriteLysol® Bleach Mold and Mildew RemoverTo disinfect, leave for 5 minutes before wiping. Rinse all food-contact surfaces with water after use. If the vapors bother you leave the room while the product is working.
Sodium ChlorideForce of Nature Activator Capsule See directions on packaging.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Concentrated R BleachDirections vary by use. Read information panel to determine amount to be used for cleaning.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Puma - Concentrated Germicidal BleachDirections vary by use. Read information panel to determine amount to be used for cleaning.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Multi Surface Cleaner + Bleach
  1. Spray 6–8 inches from surface until thoroughly wet.
  2. Let stand one minute.
  3. Wipe with a clean cloth or paper towel or allow to air dry.
  4. Rinse surfaces that may come in contact with food with potable water. For all other surfaces, no rinsing is required.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Disinfecting BleachFor general disinfecting of hard nonporous surfaces:
  1. Pre-wash surface.
  2. Mop or wipe with bleach solution. Refer to your product label for dosing instructions.
  3. Allow solution to contact surface for at least 6 minutes.
  4. Rinse well and air dry.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Disinfecting Bleach2To clean, pre-wash surface.
  1. Wipe area with a solution of ½ cup of Clorox® Regular Bleach2 with CLOROMAX® per gallon of water.
  2. Allow solution to contact surface for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Rinse well and air dry.
  4. To sanitize, wash rinse and wipe surface are with a solution of 2 teaspoons of bleach per gallon of water for at least 2 minutes.
  5. Let air dry.
Sodium HypochloriteClorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner with Bleach
  1. Flush toilet.
  2. Apply 6 oz. under and around rim.
  3. Scrub entire bowl.
  4. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Flush toilet.
Sodium HypochloriteClean Up Cleaner + Bleach
  1. Remove excess dirt.
  2. Spray product 4–6” from surface until thoroughly wet.
  3. Let stand for 30 seconds.
  4. Rinse or wipe clean.
Sodium HypochloriteLysol Brand Bleach Mold And Mildew RemoverTo disinfect: leave for 5 minutes before wiping. Rinse all food contact surfaces with water after use. If the vapors bother you leave the room while the product is working.
Sodium HypochloriteSoft Scrub with BleachTo disinfect toilet bowl, flush. Apply 1/2 cup of product to sides of bowl. Brush to wet all surfaces thoroughly including under the rim. Let stand 10 minutes before flushing. To disinfect hard nonporous surfaces: apply at full strength and leave on 3 minutes before wiping clean
Sodium HypochloriteLysol Brand Toilet Bowl Cleaner with BleachTo clean/disinfect/sanitize:
  1. Flush toilet before cleaning.
  2. Apply 6 oz. to coat the bowl including under the rim. Do not dose lid.
  3. To clean: scrub entire bowl and under rim thoroughly. Disinfect: let sit for 5 minutes. Sanitize: let sit for 30 seconds. Then flush.
  4. Rinse brush in fresh water after use. Repeat if needed.
ThymolSeventh GenerationWet the surface with the wipe or sprayer. Leave visibly wet for least 10 minutes.
Let air dry (make sure to pre-clean heavily soiled surfaces).

 

This information has been reviewed and approved by Infection Preventionist Rosine Angbanzan, MPH, (May 2020)


The information on our website is medically reviewed and accurate at the time of publication. Due to the changing nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, information may have since changed. CDC.gov and your state’s health department may offer additional guidance.

 

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