The list of common ingredients in disinfectants is limited to a few key components. Pro Disinfection Services, the company that specializes in providing commercial and residential disinfection services in Malaysia, has compiled information about the four most popular ingredients used in these products.
Alcohol In Disinfectants
Alcohol is a common disinfectant ingredient that has been used for centuries. In the 1800s, alcohol was introduced as an antiseptic to fight infection and prevent disease.
It’s also useful in destroying certain types of bacteria like streptococcus which causes scarlet fever and diphtheria; staphylococcus intermedius who causes skin infections such as boils; pneumococcal pneumonia due to inhaling airborne droplets containing this bacterium from patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD; Salmonella typhi causing typhoid fever when ingested through contaminated food or water sources.
The popularity of using alcohol-based products continues today because it leaves no residue behind after being applied (it evaporates quickly) and it is affordable.
Alcohol-based products are the most popular for those who prefer natural remedies to control germs. It’s also a common ingredient in alcohol hand sanitizers, which have been shown to reduce bacteria on the skin by more than 99%.
Disinfecting With Chlorine and Chlorine Compounds
Chlorine is a chemical element that has been used for disinfection since the late 1800s.
The use of chlorine in medical settings as an antiseptic and sterilizer became popular during the early 1900s before it was replaced with more effective products like hydrogen peroxide or alcohol-based compounds. Today, however, chlorine is still found in certain cleaning agents such as dishwasher detergent.
Pro Disinfection Services says that when using this type of product alone there should be no residual taste or odor left behind on surfaces because these are not water-soluble substances.
Chlorine can also act as a preservative due to its ability to kill bacteria by altering their DNA structure.
Formaldehyde For Disinfection
Formaldehyde is a chemical compound that has been used as an antiseptic and disinfectant for over 100 years. It’s typically found in many household products such as paint, furniture finishes, shampoos, or hair straighteners among other things.
There are also some health risks associated with inhalation of this substance including shortness of breath during exercise; severe nosebleeds and difficulty breathing from upper respiratory tract irritation that leads to bronchitis or pneumonia.
Pro Disinfection Services says that formaldehyde-based compounds should not be mixed with chlorine because when they come into contact with one another, the result can cause gas formation (elevating levels of indoor air pollution). Formaldehyde destroys waterborne bacteria like cholera as well as tuberculosis.
Formaldehyde can also be found in textiles, clothing, and paper products to prevent the growth of mold or mildew which is why it’s important to keep these items away from moisture.
Disinfection With Glutaraldehyde
Glutaraldehyde is a chemical compound that has been used as an antiseptic since the early 1900s. It’s typically found in everyday household products like laundry detergent, dishwasher, or glassware cleaner among other things.
It can also be found in industrial settings such as hospitals and medical facilities where it is used for sterilizing equipment or surgical instruments to prevent cross-contamination.
Pro Disinfection Services says that glutaraldehyde works by destroying bacterial cell membranes through oxidation so they are unable to function properly which causes them to die off shortly after exposure.
Glutaraldehyde has no taste and does not produce irritating fumes making it a great choice when looking for long-lasting disinfectant solutions on surfaces in your home.
Conclusion
In this post, we’ve talked about the four most common ingredients found in disinfectants.
We hope you find them helpful and that they provide a new insight into how these products work.
If you have any questions or would like more information on anything, feel free to reach out!
Jamie Wong has years of experience in the field of disinfection services. As a result, he is able to provide her clients with excellent service and advice on disinfection and sanitizing.