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How to identify which household cleaning products kills germs?
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Look for the words disinfect, disinfectant, antibacterial or sanitize on the label, as well as an EPA registration number, as this ensures that the product has met EPA requirements for killing germs.
What microorganisms do disinfectants or antibacterial cleaners kill on household surfaces?
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Depending on the active ingredient(s) and the product formulation, they kill bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli, which cause intestinal illness, and Staphylococcus which causes skin infections; fungus that causes athlete's foot; and viruses such as Herpes simplex, Rhinovirus, which is the leading cause of the common cold; and Rotavirus, the ma
What antimicrobial ingredients are used in household cleaning products that kill germs?
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Common antimicrobial ingredients used in household cleaning products that kill germs include pine oil, quaternary ammonium compounds, sodium hypochlorite, phenols and ethanol.