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What to Know About COVID-19, or Novel Coronavirus

Covid-19 Prevention

What Is COVID-19, or Novel Human Coronavirus?

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2 is a new coronavirus that is the virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold.

Do Microban 24 products kill the virus that causes COVID-19?

Yes, Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray and Multi-Purpose Cleaner have been tested by a third-party lab, in accordance with the EPA testing guidelines, and were shown to initially kill SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID 19, in 60 seconds on hard non-porus surfaces. However, Microban 24 has not been evaluated in testing to demonstrate 24 hour residual benefits against SARS-CoV-2.

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Does Microban 24 Bathroom Cleaner kill COVID-19?

For a product to claim it kills a specific pathogen such as SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID 19, testing must be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) testing guidelines, and the EPA must approve the data and claim. This testing process is underway for the Microban 24 Bathroom Cleaner. At this time, Microban 24 Bathroom Cleaner is on the EPA List N, which is a list of products shown to be effective against harder to kill viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2, under the EPA’s Emerging Viral Pathogen Policy.

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What are the best practices for preventing the spread of COVID-19?

According to the CDC, the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases include:

Know how it spreads.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover cough and sneezes.
Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
Monitor Your Health: Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19 and take your temperature if symptoms develop.

Why is Microban 24 not listed on the EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products list?

The EPA issued guidance outlining EPA’s registered antimicrobial products for use against SARS-CoV-2.3 Microban 24 Hour Multi-Purpose Cleaner (EPA registration #4091-21-3573) and Microban 24 Hour Bathroom Cleaner (EPA registration #4091-22-3573), and Microban 24 Hour Sanitizing Spray (EPA registration #4091-20-3573) are all included on the EPA list of acceptable products. However, given the EPA list is based off the registration and not Brand, they appear on the list as Condor 2, Raptor 5, and Phoenix 2 respectively. On this registered list, all Microban 24 Hour products appear registered to WM Barr, P&G’s technology partner in this latest innovation.
The American Chemistry Council’s Center for Biocide Chemistries also published a list of over 100 products that are approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be used against viruses like SARS-CoV-2. Microban 24 Multi-Purpose Cleaner, Microban 24 Bathroom Cleaner, and Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray were all included on that list.

Directions for use of Microban 24 to disinfect*:

Disinfecting does not provide 24-hour residual protection against any viruses.

Sanitizing Spray Citrus

  • Pre-clean surface. Hold container 6-8” from surface and spray until visibly wet.
  • For bacteria, let stand for 60 seconds. Wipe with a cloth.
  • For bacteria, viruses and fungi, let stand for 5 minutes. Wipe with a cloth.
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Multi-Purpose Cleaner Citrus

  • Pre-clean visibly soiled surfaces. Hold container 6-8” from surface and spray until thoroughly wet.
  • For bacteria, let stand for 60 seconds. Wipe with a cloth.
  • For bacteria and viruses, let stand for 5 minutes. Wipe with a cloth.
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Bathroom Cleaner Citrus

  • Pre-clean visibly soiled surfaces. Hold container 6-8” from surface and spray until thoroughly wet.
  • For bacteria and viruses, let stand for 5 minutes. Wipe with a cloth.
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Where can I get more information on COVID-19?

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*Following the disinfecting instructions will not provide 24-hour residual protection against bacteria. To sanitize for 24 hours against Klebsiella aerogenes and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria for 24 hours, you must follow the directions for sanitizing for 24 hours.

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