PROTECT - Skin, Ear/Eye & Appliance Disinfectant

PROTECT - Disinfectant is the safest and most effective disinfectant for your beloved pets. Formulated with 200ppm of hypochlorous acid, (which is produced by our own white blood cells you know!), PROTECT ensures a powerful yet gentle clean, safeguarding your pets from harmful bacteria, viruses and fungi without any toxic or harmful effects. Ideal for use in every pet owner's first aid kit, PROTECT offers peace of mind with its non-toxic, non-flammable, non-corrosive, and non-harmful nature. Keep your furry friends safe and healthy with PROTECT - because their well-being deserves the best! Oh, and did we mention it’s safe for humans too?!

NATURAL - SAFE - EFFECTIVE

Kills 99.9% of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in 3 minutes

Ingredients / Ingredients: 200ppm Hypochlorous acid / 200 ppm d'acide hypochloreux.

Recommended Use / Utilisation Recommandée: Stops infection by killing viruses, bacteria and fungi / Arrête les infections en tuant les virus, les bactéries et les champignons.

Directions for Use / Mode d’Emploi: Spray topical liberally, keeping area wet for 3 minutes to kill 99.9% of all viruses, bacteria and fungi / Pulvérisez généreusement sur la peau, en gardant la zone humide pendant 3 minutes pour tuer 99,9 % de tous les virus, bactéries et champignons.

Warning / Attention: Discontinue use and consult a veterinarian if redness, discharge or discomfort occurs after otic use. Do not use in pregnant or lactating animals / Cessez l'utilisation et consultez un vétérinaire en cas de rougeur, d'écoulement ou d'inconfort après une utilisation auriculaire. Ne pas utiliser chez les animaux enceintes ou allaitantes.

Storage / Conservation: Store in a cool dry ventilated area / Conserver dans un endroit frais, sec et ventilé.

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a potent disinfectant with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. Its effectiveness in killing bacteria, viruses, and fungi within a short time frame, such as 3 minutes, has been well-documented. Here's a summary of its effectiveness:

Bacteria

Hypochlorous acid is highly effective against a wide range of bacteria, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative species. Studies have shown that HOCl can achieve significant reductions in bacterial populations within minutes. For example, it has been demonstrated to kill over 99.9% of common pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa in under 3 minutes.

Viruses

HOCl is also effective against various viruses, including both enveloped and non-enveloped types. Research indicates that it can rapidly inactivate viruses such as influenza, herpes simplex, and even coronaviruses within a few minutes. The mechanism involves disrupting the viral envelope or capsid, rendering the virus non-infectious.

Fungi

Hypochlorous acid has shown strong fungicidal activity, capable of killing fungal pathogens like Candida albicans and Aspergillus niger. It disrupts the cell membranes and cell walls of fungi, leading to cell death. Studies indicate that HOCl can significantly reduce fungal spores and hyphae within a 3-minute exposure.

Mechanism of Action

The effectiveness of HOCl stems from its ability to penetrate microbial cell walls and disrupt vital cellular functions. It causes oxidative damage to cellular components, including proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, leading to cell death. This broad-spectrum activity makes it an ideal disinfectant for various applications, including healthcare, food processing, and water treatment.

Summary

• Bacteria: >99.9% kill rate within 3 minutes for common pathogens.
• Viruses: Rapid inactivation of enveloped and non-enveloped viruses within 3 minutes.
• Fungi: Significant reduction in fungal spores and hyphae within 3 minutes.

Hypochlorous acid's rapid and broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity makes it an effective and versatile disinfectant for a wide range of applications.