Frequently Asked Questions

Eye wash stations are not required for areas where Germicidal Disposable Wipes are utilized as intended for surface disinfection. Although Super Sani-Cloth^®, Sani-Cloth Prime, Sani-Cloth Bleach, Sani-HyPerCide^®, Sani-Cloth AF3, and Sani-Cloth Plus are classified as eye irritants, there is no OSHA or ANSI regulation that requires an eye wash station for eye irritants and therefore one not needed for these products. Handling of any chemical product, whether category 1, 2, 3, or 4, include using PPE when required, engineering controls if appropriate, and safe work practice controls to minimize any risk of exposure

A Master Label is the EPA-approved document that defines the approved uses, claims, and safety requirements for a disinfectant product. It provides the complete framework for how the product can be marketed and used in healthcare and other environments.

A Master Label includes key information such as: company name and address; the EPA Registration and Establishment Numbers; approved efficacy claims; toxicity classification; directions for use; required contact times; storage and disposal instructions; first aid and precautionary statements; and any marketing claims reviewed by the EPA.

To review a product’s Master Label, visit the EPA Master Label Lookup Tool [https://ordspub.epa.gov/ords/pesticides/f?p=PPLS:1] and search by EPA Registration Number.

The shelf life for Prevantics^® Skin Antiseptics and Prevantics^® Device Swab & Strip is 24 months or 2 years.

The shelf life of Profend Nasal Antiseptic Kit is 34 months

Yes, Sani-HyPerCide Spray has a Biofilm Bacteria kill claim for S. aureus and P. aeruginosa at 3 minutes. Sani-HyPerCide Spray is useful for targeting these specific organisms in areas such as sinks and drains where biofilm is known to build up. Sani-HyPerCide Wipe does not have a Biofilm Bacteria kill claim.

The ESKAPE pathogens are responsible for over 40% of HAIs in the healthcare environment^1,2.

^1. Magill, et.al. Multistate Point-Prevalence Survey of Health Care–Associated Infections, N Engl J Med 2014;370:1198-208
^2. Boucher, et.al. Bad Bugs, No Drugs: No ESKAPE! An Update from the Infectious Diseases Society of America, Clinical Infectious Diseases 2009; 48:1–12

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

For all PDI products, according to the label instruction, the use of gloves or other PPE is not required to handle the product, particularly in non-clinical settings. Therefore, the routine use of PPE is not required unless potentially infectious blood or bodily fluids are present. If bloodborne pathogens are present, such as HIV, HBV, and HCV, follow label instructions. You should, however, wear PPE as appropriate in accordance with your facility protocol. Also, in compliance with good industrial and health hygiene, you should wear gloves when cleaning and disinfecting in a patient setting.

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

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.

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

PDI does distribute some products to countries outside of the United States. For more information, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-999-6423.