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Frequently Asked Questions

• Are Sani-HyPerCide® Disinfectants effective against C. diff.?

  Yes. Sani-HyPerCide® disinfectants are a ready-to-use Hydrogen Peroxide formula that is effective against Clostridioides difficle

• Is Sani-HyPerCide® Germicidal Disinfectants a Sporicidal formulation?

  Yes. Sani-HyPerCide® is the first ready-to-use Hydrogen Peroxide formula that is effective against Clostridioides difficile.

• What is the contact time for Sani-HyPerCide® Disinfectants?

  The contact time for the broad range of microogranisms such as TB, Norovirus, and C. auris is 1 minute. For Clostridioides difficle it is 5 minutes.

• What is the difference between Sani-HP1™ and Sani-HyPerCide® Germicidal Wipes?

  Both Sani-HP1™ and Sani-HyPerCide^® are hydrogen peroxide–based germicidal wipes, but they are designed to meet different facility needs:

  Sani-HP1 — A daily-use surface disinfectant with a 1-minute contact time against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. It uses a low concentration of hydrogen peroxide with PDI’s HydroGuard™ technology to deliver broad efficacy while maximizing material compatibility for routine use across a wide range of healthcare equipment and surfaces.

  Sani-HyPerCide — A broad-spectrum sporicidal disinfectant that can also be used for everyday disinfection. It is effective against Clostridioides difficile spores and is often chosen as a bleach alternative, providing sporicidal efficacy without the odor, residue, or compatibility concerns of bleach.

  In short: Sani-HP1 is PDI’s quick, compatible choice for daily disinfection, while Sani-HyPerCide offers both routine disinfection and sporicidal efficacy, making it a strong bleach-free option for high-risk environments.

• What is the shelf life for Sani-HyPerCide®Disinfectants?

  The shelf life for Sani-HyPerCide® disinfectants is 12 months or 1 year.

• Can PDI Germicidal Wipes be used on toys?

  Yes. PDI’s EPA-registered surface disinfectant products—including Super Sani-Cloth^®, Sani-Cloth AF3, Sani-Cloth Bleach, Sani-Cloth Plus, Sani-Cloth Prime, Sani-HP1™, and Sani-HyPerCide^® brands—are approved and labeled for use on hard, non-porous toys. They clean and disinfect in a one-step process unless the toy is visibly soiled. After disinfection, toys should always be rinsed thoroughly with potable water (tap water) and allowed to air dry.

  This rinse step is not unique to PDI—it is required for all EPA-registered surface disinfectants when used on toys or items that may be mouthed, since disinfectants are not registered as food-contact surface sanitizers. Without the rinse, chemical residues could remain on items that children may put in their mouths.

  According to the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), recommended best practice is: “Toys should be cleaned/disinfected between patients, especially those that are visibly soiled, mouthed, or used by patients in isolation. Toys should be washed thoroughly; disinfected with a non-toxic, low-level disinfectant; and air dried completely.”

  Infection prevention experts also recommend only using washable toys for sharing. Stuffed animals and toys that cannot be cleaned and disinfected should not be shared.

  SOURCE: APIC Text of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Chapter 39, p. 14-15, Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, 2011. www.apic.org

• Do you have any products effective against SARS-CoV-2 virus (the virus that causes COVID-19)?

  Yes. The CDC directs users to EPA List N, which identifies EPA-registered disinfectants that meet the criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2. According to the EPA, products on List N are expected to kill all strains and variants of the virus when used according to label directions.

  All PDI surface disinfectant wipes are included on List N and are effective against SARS-CoV-2.

  This includes:

  • Sani-HP1™ Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Sani-HyPerCide^® Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Sani-Cloth Prime Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Sani-Cloth Bleach Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Sani-Cloth AF3 Germicidal Disposable Wipes
  • Sani-Cloth Plus Germicidal Disposable Wipes

  For the most current information, you can verify PDI products directly on the EPA List N using the EPA registration numbers found on each product label. [https://www.epa.gov/coronavirus-and-disinfectants/list-n-advanced-search-page-disinfectants-coronavirus-covid-19]

• Does National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 30 apply to PDI's surface disinfection and cleaning products?

  No. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 30 applies to the storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids. PDI products such as Sani-HP1™, Sani-HyPerCide^® Wipes, Sani-Cloth^® Prime, Super Sani-Cloth, Sani-Cloth Plus, Sani-Cloth Bleach, and Easy Screen^® Cleaning Wipes are exempt from NFPA 30 requirements.

  Although the liquid portion of some of these products may be classified as flammable on the SDS, the wipes themselves are not considered “liquids.” EPA classifies wipes as mixture products containing both solids and liquids, and NFPA has confirmed that wipes are not treated as liquids for the purposes of NFPA 30.

  Additionally, NFPA 30 Section 9.1.4(4) specifically excludes “medicines, foodstuffs, cosmetics, and other consumer products that contain more than 50% by volume of water-miscible liquids, with the remainder of the solution not being flammable, where packaged in individual containers not exceeding 5 L (1.3 gallons).”

  For these reasons, NFPA 30 does not apply to PDI disinfectant wipes. However, always verify storage requirements with your insurance carrier, as their standards may be more stringent than NFPA guidelines.