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Surfactants constitute the most important group of detergent components. They are wetting agents that lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing easier spreading, and lower the interfacial tension between two liquids. The word surfactant derives from the contraction of the terms surface-active-agents and covers a group of molecules which are able to modify the interfacial properties of the liquids (aqueous or non-aqueous) in which they are present one.

American Journal of Infection Control 42 (2014) S29-S166

It is a common belief that these products are somewhat toxic to the user due to their toxicity against microorganisms. The objective of this study was to propose that this notion is not necessarily true, and showcase new technologies that are able to achieve disinfection without harm to the user or the environment.

CJIC Vol 22 No 1, pg 49.

The objective of this study was to introduce a new handwash antimicrobial solution based on accelerated hydrogen peroxide (AHP) technology as an alternative to alcohol, PCMX, chlorohexidine and Triclosan.

The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of two post milking teat disinfectants using both bacteriology and somatic cell counts, secondly to compare the impact of the two products on teat skin condition and lastly, to assess the utility of different approaches to defining IMI and assessing efficacy.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate if there is any interaction between the wipe substrate disinfectant chemistry for saturation load and drying contact time. Link

CJIC Vol 21 No 1, pg 33.

This article summarizes the efficacy and safety of the EPA registered Intermediate Level disinfectant that is sold as Oxivir Tb in North America by Johnson Diversey.

Poster Presentation, SIM Annual Meeting & Exhibition July 2007, Denver, CO.

The study investigated accelerated hydrogen peroxide’s ability to remove and inactivate accumulated biocontaminants from carpet fibers.

Twenty-first Annual Swine Disease Conference for Swine Practitioners, November 2013.

This study compared the efficacy of Accel disinfectant and Synergize disinfectant against PRRSV and TGEV in model livestock trailers under conditions similar to those experienced in commercial pork production.

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There are a selection of biofilm growth methods for in-lab testing of antimicrobials against biofilms, where the CDC and MBEC methods are the two most commonly used methods. The current study has looked into determining if merging of the two prominent techniques can provide a more desirable protocol for biofilm growth and testing. Additionally, two antimicrobial agents have been used to assess the strength of the grown biofilms; a standard sodium hypochlorite (SHC) solution as a known biofilm killing agent, and diluted Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® (AHP®) concentrate formula as a novel agent against biofilms.

Proper pairing between wipe substrates and disinfectants is crucial to maximize surface decontamination. Various factors, such as the substrate material, manufacturing process and disinfectant chemistry can impact the ability of a disinfectant to work on a surface; an incompatible pairing often has a major negative impact on surface decontamination.

Division of Laboratory Animal Resources, University of Pittsburgh.

Bihler, L. et al.

The purpose of this study was to determine if Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® is a viable alternative disinfectant to chlorine dioxide in rodent facilities. It was concluded that AHP® is as effective as chlorine dioxide when used during rodent cage changes.