Table 1: Information About Common Disinfectants
Chemical compound
Gram + Bacteria
Gran - Bacteria
TB-like Bacteria
Fungi
Virus
Best pH range for activity
Activity when organic matter present
Common uses **
* SA-some activity
**E-equipment; P-premises; F-footbaths; CS-clean surfaces(Adapted from Purdue University Extension Bulletin PIH80)
Chlorhexidene
SA*
SA
SA
SA
Most
Wide range
Good
E/P/F
Formaldehyde and aldehydes
++
++
++
++
++
Wide range
Good
E/P/F
Chlorine Chloramines
++
++
SA
++
SA
Acid
Very...
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