Product Overview
Broad Spectrum Virucidal Disinfectant
The broad spectrum formulation of Rely+On™ Virkon™ has a powerful composition and extensive portfolio of performance and safety testing data. It combines application flexibility with broad spectrum efficacy, on hard surfaces, and in the face of organic challenge.
Superior Operator Safety Profile
Rely+On™ Virkon™ has fewer handling and use constraints than many other disinfectant products and is not classified as harmful or a sensitiser in both powdered form and in-use dilutions, in accordance with EU legislation on the classification and labelling of chemical preparations.
Environmental Profile
Rely+On™ Virkon™ oxygen-based chemistry contains simple organic salts and organic acids and the active ingredient decomposes by a variety of routes within the environment, in soil and water, breaking down to form the naturally occurring substances, potassium salts and oxygen. The major organic components are classified as readily biodegradable according to OECD and EU tests. Unused or inactive solutions may be disposed of via the sink (leading to waste water treatment facilities and in accordance with local regulations)
Mode of Action
Rely+On™ Virkon™ oxidizes key structures and compounds, such as proteins, leading to widespread, irreversible damage and subsequent deactivation/ destruction of the microorganism.
Proven Broad Spectrum Efficacy
Independently proven highly effective against:-
- over 100 strains of virus in 22 viral families
- over 400 strains of bacteria
- over 60 strains of fungi and yeast using a wide variety of contact times, temperatures and organic challenge levels.
Applications:-
- Routine disinfection of hard surfaces, furniture, floors, walls and doors in hospital wards, clinics and laboratories.
- Broad spectrum disinfection and decontamination of hard surfaces in critical clinical facilities, such as operating theatres, intensive care units and accident and emergency departments.
- Body fluid spillage clear-up and decontamination.
Easy to Prepare
Readily soluble in warm tap water, Rely+On™ Virkon™ dissolves into a pink solution, which remains stable for up to 5 days, as a 1:100 solution. 50 g sachet – makes 5 litres of disinfectant.
Not for use for the disinfection of medical devices.
Users should always check for compatibility with any sensitive materials before use. Do not use on any soft metals such as brass or copper. Not recommended for use on soft furnishings, textiles or carpets