Active Substances

Want to know what makes a disinfectant work?

The following pages aim at providing an overview of active substances used in disinfectants and cleaning products. Each subpage includes detailed information on the active substance  in question including its chemical name, the IUPAC / CAS definition, the physical and chemical properties, the operating mode, the active spectrum, the substance’s advantages and disadvantages, information on toxicity and side effects  on  humans, regulatory information and last but not least safety measures and first aid treatment.