The overuse and misuse of disinfectants, which leave behind no effective residual protection, has become a business challenge. Within hours of disinfection, micro-organisms will return and grow back exponentially, presenting the risk of re-infection to occupants. In addition, microbes may absorb these cleaners and disinfectants, potentially building up a resistance that will eventually make the disinfecting agents less effective at destroying them.*
Quaternary ammonium salts (Si Quats) are effective against an extensive variety of microorganisms by physically rupturing the microbe’s cell membrane and destroying the microbes on contact. They can bind to a wide range of surfaces and therefore provide long-lasting protection against microorganism colonization. When sprayed on a surface they create an invisible coating.
The coating forms a nano-bed shield of carbon nitrogen spikes (18 link – self assembling monolayer), each of which are cationic (carry a positive charge), which attracts the negatively charged microbes. Once attracted, the molecular spikes pierce the cell and rupture its cell membrane, causing metabolic disruption and leading to the death of the microorganism.
The Si Quats have long proven effective against bacteria and mold and are now being proven effective against harmful viruses like SARS-CoV-2 or coronavirus.
Sources:
Isquith, A.J., Abbott, E.A., and P. A. Walters (1972) Surface-Bonded Antimicrobial Activity of an Organosilicon Quaternary Ammonium Chloride
Kills 99.999% of bacteria, viruses, and fungi on surfaces or objects. Disinfecting cleaned surfaces reduces the risk of spreading bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Source: ECHA
BIOPROTECT™ RTU antimicrobial surface protectant keeps surfaces free of harmful viruses, bacteria and fungi (including mold and mildew) between cleanings, for up to 90 days (3 months). Greece NOM Authorization No. 124702
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