Disinfectants

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Proper Use

  • Use according to label instructions.

  • Avoid aerosol dispensers to reduce exposure to hazardous vapors.

  • Use chemical splash goggles and heavy rubber or nitrile gloves to protect from corrosive effects.

  • Use in a well-ventilated area.

  • Do not use around food, pets or children.

  • Keep container lid tightly closed when not in use and store out of reach of children.

  • Best: Use up or give away. Dispose of empty, nonaerosol containers in the garbage.

  • Second Best: if connected to a city sewer system, flush small amounts of disinfectants down an inside drain (toilet is preferable) with plenty of water.

  • Third Best: If you are on a septic system or have aerosol containers, hold for a household hazardous waste collection. In Oregon, call 1-800-732-9253 to find out if there is a hazardous waste collection event scheduled in your community, or call your garbage hauler, local government solid waste department or the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality at (503) 229-5913 or toll-free at 1-800-452-4011.

Disposal

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Hazardous Ingredients

  • Ammonia
  • Aromatic hydrocarbons
  • Cationic detergents
  • Formaldehyde
  • Hydrocarbon solvents
  • Lye (sodium or potassium hydroxide)
  • Monoethanolamine
  • Phenols
  • Pine oil
  • Quaternary ammonium chlorides
  • Sodium borate (borax)
  • Sodium hypochlorite
  • Triethanolamine

Health Hazards

Irritant, may be flammable or corrosive

Alternatives

  • Rubbing alcohol is a disinfectant, although it is extremely flammable. Use in a well-ventilated area far from possible sources of ignition. Wear nitrile gloves. Apply with a sponge and allow to dry.

References

For LOADS of green cleaning suggestions, we recommend the book:
The Naturally Clean Home: 150 Super-Easy Herbal Formulas for Green Cleaning by Karyn Siegel-Maier