What are the types of chemical disinfectants

Most of these bacteria are harmless to humans, but the bacteria that are considered pathogens are very dangerous and can even be said to be deadly.

Using a variety of disinfectants on surfaces can prevent the spread of fungi and viruses and pathogenic bacteria.

There are different types of disinfectants. What is important about these disinfectants is how they work.

You must first understand the advantages and disadvantages of a disinfectant and then choose the best disinfectant with a conscious decision.

 How do disinfectants work?

Disinfectants are used to kill bacteria, mold, fungi, viruses, etc. Commercial formulations based on these chemicals that lead to the production of the product must be registered with the EPA or approved by the FDA.

EPA Definition: United States Environmental Protection Agency (epa registered)

FDA Definition: Food and Drug Administration

In most cases, each product is designed for a specific purpose and should be used accordingly. Therefore, before using any product, the labels should be carefully studied so that the desired product is used properly.

The active ingredient in each disinfectant follows a specific formula and is actually what kills the pathogens.

If we want to give an example, we have to mention surfactants. These are added to the disinfectant formula so that it is constantly wet when it is used on the surface or helps to clean the surface.( surface disinfectants)

What points should be considered to choose a suitable disinfectant?

1- Effectiveness of disinfectant

2- Time to kill

3- Safety

4- Ease of use

You need to consider whether the disinfectant you use in your centers will kill all the bacteria and pathogens.

Disinfectants include:

-         Alcohols

-         Chlorine and chlorine compounds

-         Formaldehyde

-         Glutaraldehyde

-         ortho phthalaldehyde

-         Hydrogen peroxide

-         Iodophors

-         Peracetic acid

-         Phenolics

and quaternary ammonium compounds.

Organic compounds are characterized by one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups attached to carbon atoms of the alkyl group. Alcohols are considered to be a derivative of water in which one of its hydrogen atoms is replaced by an alkyl group.

It is usually denoted by the letter R in organic structures. For example, in the ethanol of the alkyl group, the ethyl group is CH2CH3.

Chlorine and chlorine compounds

It is usually denoted by the letter R in organic structures. For example, in the ethanol of the alkyl group, the ethyl group is CH2CH3.

Formaldehyde

Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong, flammable chemical that is industrially produced and used in building materials such as particle board, plywood and other compressed wood products.