A sustainable alternative to ethanol or alcohol in disinfection

With Watter toxic and flammable substances such as ethanol are unnecessary.

Ethanol is a type of alcohol often used as a disinfectant or included as a component in a disinfectant. It is a chemical that can kill viruses and bacteria. Therefore, when used in the right concentration, it is a very effective agent. It is frequently used in hospitals to disinfect surfaces and instruments, and for good reason.

Although ethanol or alcohol is often used for disinfection purposes, it certainly has drawbacks. First of all, it is a toxic substance. Breathing ethanol vapor is very unhealthy, and long-term exposure can cause diseases such as cirrhosis of the liver, cancer and infertility. In addition, it is a flammable substance with flammable properties. So storing and transporting large quantities poses significant risks. If disinfection with alcohol is a routine job within your company or institution, it is also a hefty cost that keeps recurring.

An alternative to ethanol or alcohol when disinfecting surfaces and instruments?

Disinfection can also be done safely without using dangerous chemicals such as ethanol or alcohol. Watter Disinfection Solution is a sustainable and biodegradable alternative to alcohol and can be used for disinfection of surfaces and instruments in healthcare, for example. It is capable of killing a long list of bacteria, viruses and fungi. This by means of a disinfectant in which HOCl is the most active substance.

This is how the alternative to ethanol and alcohol in disinfection works:

With a Watter system you make the safe and effective alternative to ethanol for disinfection all by yourself. This makes disinfection safer and cheaper. The device uses electricity, salt and water. The electrolysis of salt and water produces a disinfectant whose main active ingredient is HOCl, which kills harmful microorganisms. The concentrations remain extremely low, which is why Watter remains fully biodegradable. It is therefore a safe alternative to alcohol or ethanol in disinfection.

The differences side-by-side

	Watter (Hypochlorous acid)	Ethanol/alcohol
Scientific Formula	HOCI	C2H6O
Production	Electrolysis of water and salt	Petrochemical process
Kleur	Transparant	Transparant
Efficacy	Highly effective against: Bacteria Viruses Fungi/yeasts	When properly dosed, very effective. Concentrations that are too high or too low reduce bacteria-killing effectiveness.
Side-effects	Hypoallergenic and gentle to the skin	Toxic if inhaled, explosive
Warning symbols	N/A

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