What’s the difference between products that disinfect, sanitize, and clean surfaces?
Cleaning
Cleaning removes dirt and organic matter from surfaces using soap or detergents.
Sanitizing
Sanitizing kills bacteria on surfaces using chemicals. It is not intended to kill viruses.
Disinfecting
Disinfecting kills viruses and bacteria on surfaces using chemicals.
Using hand sanitizer
Using hand sanitizer kills pathogens on skin.
Surface disinfectant products are subject to more rigorous EPA testing requirements and must clear a higher bar for effectiveness than surface sanitizing products. Many products are registered with EPA as both sanitizers and disinfectants because they've been tested using both methods.
EPA-registered sanitizers and disinfectants may also contain cleaning agents.
When using EPA-registered products, always follow the label directions. Pay close attention to the contact time, which is how long the surface must remain wet.
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Source: EPA
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