Cleaning materials for COVID-19

[Superzob]

If, like me, you're struggling to find an antiseptic or antiviral spray or wipe in the supermarket, you might find something suitable under your kitchen sink!

Most cleaning products contain surfactants (basically soaps or detergents), but many also contain biocides, which means they are active against bacteria, fungi and viruses. The two ingredients to look for on the labels are Benzalkonium chloride or Benzisothiazolinone; products containing these ingredients will disinfect as well as clean.

There has been a lot of talk about whether antibacterial products work with viruses but, if they contain one of the above ingredients, then they presumably will. Obviously, you can also use bleach-based products, as these will oxidise any organism.

Hope that saves you a frustrating trip to the supermarket!

[ChrissieMons]

I doubt if I shall remember these chemical names, but it's good to know that if it's really clean, it's highly likely to be ok! Thanks