Clean Before Sterilization (Disinfection)
Did you know? If It’s Not Clean, You Can’t Sterilize.
Why must instruments be cleaned before being sterilized? According to the CDC, “Cleaning should precede all disinfection and sterilization processes.Cleaning involves the removal of debris (organic or inorganic) from an instrument or device. If visible debris is not removed, it will interfere with microbial inactivation and can compromise the disinfection or sterilization process.”
Cleaning Coveralls and Other Potentially Contaminated PPE
Q: Can we use the Alconox Inc. detergents for washing to clean and disinfect coveralls for re-use? We have Alconox powder in stock.
A: Yes! I would use the word clean or sanitize as opposed to disinfect. That is what aqueous detergents do. See these important links….
FDA Registered Detergents from Alconox Inc.
Q: What Alconox Inc. products are listed and FDA registered detergents? A: All Alconox Inc. detergents are Class I Medical Devices and listed as FDA registered detergents. The list of the detergents are found on the FDA website with FDA Registration number 2410887.
Low Foaming Pipette Washer and Soak Detergent
Q: We are now using an automated pipette washer and am instructed to use a low foaming detergent. What do you recommend? What about a pre-soak? A: Traditional siphon pipette washers have relied on Alcotabs® Tablet Pipet Detergent for decades. Some of the contemporary ones look to save time, water or increase efficiency. When such a washer requires a low foaming detergent….
Tergazyme vs. Alconox
Q: What is the difference between Tergazyme and Alconox? Is one better? Is one more mild? A: There are several similarities and key differences between Tergazyme® Enzyme-Active Powdered Detergent and Alconox® Powdered Precision Cleaner. Both detergents are powerful emulsifiers and excellent detergents for the removal of organic and oily residues.