Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Chlorine Dioxide (Clo2) bleach?
No. While chlorine dioxide has chlorine in its name, its chemistry is very different from the corrosive chemistry of chlorine bleach. The primary differences are that chlorine dioxide is less caustic, safer, and gentler than bleach and many other antiseptics and antimicrobials, plus it remains effective under organic load. Further, chlorine bleach produces harmful by-products to the environment, including trihalomethanes (THM) and haloacetic acids (HAAS). Chlorine Dioxide in high concentration breaks down to a simple salt, producing no harmful by-products.
What does it mean that a disinfectant product is “green”?
The United Stated Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently reviewing the way third parties will be able to carry “green” claims on all disinfectant labels. EPA policy at this point does not allow “green” claims to be placed directly on any disinfectant product’s label. While Safrax Chorine Dioxide is mild on skin, hard surfaces, and fabric, and will certainly qualify for “green status” when the designation is allowed, we cannot advertise this claim until it is permitted by the EPA. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is also a powerful disinfectant able to kill some of the toughest and most resistant forms of bacteria and mold. The chemical composition of Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is such that it has a minimal impact on the environment and contains no ozone harming volatile compounds (VOC).
I see that Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is used in hospitals and indutsrial places, but can I use Safrax Chlorine Dioxide at home?
Yes. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is an excellent disinfectant to use in homes. Some of the best places to use Safrax Chlorine Dioxide at home are in musty basements, in bathrooms where mildew has accumulated (or on surfaces to protect against mold and mildew), and in the kitchen to keep food-contact surfaces clean. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide has also been tested on carpets and can be used around the house to sanitize carpets.
It is also the only product that can remove any smells in few hours.
What are the advantages of using sprayers and foggers to disperse Safrax Chlorine Dioxide?
The quickest way to disinfect a hospital room, an entire basement, or a school gym is by using a fogger or electrostatic sprayer that can create a fine mist to treat objects, walls, floors, and ceilings in a matter of just a few minutes. Electrostatic sprayers and foggers can dramatically cut the time to disinfect large areas. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is one of the few disinfectants that can be dispersed in this manner because Safrax Chlorine Dioxide is non-corrosive to treated surfaces and objects.
With so many disinfectants and mold removers on the market, why should I choose Safrax Chlorine Dioxide?
The easiest way to answer this question is simply, not all disinfectants are created equal. When evaluating and comparing disinfectant products, take a close look at their core ingredients. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide uses a unique chemical compound called chlorine dioxide. While other competitors and manufacturers have attempted to copy and produce a form of stabilized chlorine dioxide similar to Safrax Chlorine Dioxide, our revolutionary formula is simply unequaled. Our PURE Chlorine dioxide has been used during Anthrax attacks, in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, to purify drinking water, and most recently to kill MRSA in schools and hospitals. Also consider carefully what kind of chemicals you want around your children, employees, patients, students, and close family members. Most disinfectants and mold removers on the market are extremely toxic, but Safrax Chlorine Dioxide gives you peace of mind that you are using an effective product that does not come with alarming safety warnings and precautions.
What is Hospital Disinfectant?
As part of the EPA registration process, disinfectant products are put through rigorous testing to prove their efficacy and measure toxicity. The EPA registers three types of disinfectants: Limited, General, and Hospital. All three disinfectants destroy or irreversibly inactivate certain microorganisms on hard, inanimate surfaces and objects. You can determine a “limited,” “general,” or “hospital” disinfectant by the microorganisms listed on the label.
Limited must be supported by efficacy testing against either Salmonella cholerasuis or Staphylococcus aureus. Limited disinfectants are found mostly in household use.
General must be supported by efficacy testing against both Salmonella cholerasuis and Staphylococcus aureus. General disinfectants are used in commercial areas.
Hospital must be supported by AOAC Use Dilution or AOAC Germicidal Spray efficacy testing against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella cholerasuis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa hides behind biofilm and is difficult to eliminate. Killing this bacterium is required for “Hospital Disinfectant”.
What does “no rinse required on food contact surface” mean?
“No rinse required on food contact surfaces” is a safety rating given by NSF International (previously the National Sanitation Foundation). The NSF testing guidelines are a continuation of the USDA product approval and listing program, including the FDA 21.
Can I clean and disinfect at the same time?
In some cases, you can clean and disinfect at the same time, but this depends on how dirty the surfaces you are cleaning/disinfecting are—the dirtier the surface the less effective the disinfectant. Disinfectants need to contact the area to disinfect and cannot do this effectively with a barrier of dirt or grime in the way. Once the dirt has been wiped away the disinfectant can get to work. Under lightly soiled and non greasy conditions, you can clean and disinfect in the same step with just Safrax Chlorine Dioxide. (NOTE: EPA requires all disinfectants carry the following label direction: “For heavily soiled areas, a pre-cleaning step is required.”)
Does Safrax Chlorine Dioxide contain VOCs?
No. Safrax Chlorine Dioxide does not contain Volatile Organic Compounds.
What kind of spray and drum pump can be used with Safrax Chlorine Dioxide?
A plastic pump should be used with Safrax Chlorine Dioxide. It is preferred not to use metal. The non treated metal could be damaged by Chlorine Dioxide overtime.
How should Safrax Chlorine Dioxide be stored?
Once the bag of tablets is open, place it in a closed plastic container, mainly if you live in humid place. It is best to consume the bag within 30 days after being opened.
In liquid form, keep it away from UV sun light, and away from heat. UV light will cause increased degradation of the chlorine dioxide, which will decrease product effectiveness.
Does Safrax Chlorine Dioxide discolor fabrics?
In some cases, Safrax Chlorine Dioxide can discolor certain fabrics including cotton clothing. It mainly depend on the concentration of the chlorine dioxide. It might discolor certain fabrics when using over 100 ppm. It also depends of the size of the spray droplets. It is recommended to always test for color fastness in a small inconspicuous spot before treating the entire article. Once the chlorine dioxide has dried (after spraying), it will not discolor fabrics anymore.
How to make a 3000 PPM Solution?
Add 30 tablets in 1 Liter / 33.8 ounces / 1.05 Liquid Quart of water…
https://safrax.com/how-to-make-chlorine-dioxide-solution-at-3000-ppm/
How to use Chlorine Dioxide?
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