Disinfectant
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Type of Use
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Comments
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Quaternary ammonium compounds
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1:1000 dilution for 30 seconds
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1 of the most recent developments because they are odorless,
nontoxic, highly stable and noncorrosive
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Boiling water
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5 minutes
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The addition of 1% sodium carbonate will prevent rusting
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Lysol (or compound cresol solution or phenolic compound)
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5% solution for 3 minutes
2% solution for 10 minutes
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For use on colored gowns or towels
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Commercial formalin
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10% solution for 1 minute
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May be irritating; deteriorates on standing
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Alcohol 70% ethyl alcohol or 99% isopropyl alcohol)
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3 minutes
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Lubricant sanitizer
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Combination
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Recommended for electric clippers
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Other EPA-registered disinfectants
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Use according to the manufacturer's instructions
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