EPA approves first 2 surface disinfectants to protect against COVID-19. - TODAYshow
The research, published in May in the American Journal of Infection Control, was the first"comprehensive evaluation of the effectiveness of well-known brands like Lysol" in the fight against COVID-19, according to the press release.
"Hygiene is both the foundation of health and essential in preventing the spread of illness causing germs," said Rahul Kadyan, an executive vice president at RB,."The EPA's approval recognizes that using Lysol Disinfectant Spray can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19 on hard, non-porous surfaces."
According to the press release, Lysol is currently testing other products to measure their efficacy against the coronavirus.that meet the agency's criteria for use against the novel coronavirus. The two Lysol products are the first on the list for which the EPA has reviewed laboratory testing data and approved label claims against the novel coronavirus.
Other products on the EPA's disinfectant list include the Scrubbing Bubbles Multi-Purpose Disinfectant, Clorox Bleach Blanqueador and Arm and Hammer Essentials Disinfecting Wipes. To be on the EPA's disinfectant list, a product mustDisinfectants
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