Tough on Pathogens, Gentle on the Planet
Virox formulations have a safety profile that, in combination with disinfecting efficacy, protects people and animals from pathogens without exposing them to harsh chemicals. Our focus on human and animal safety and environmental sustainability incorporates a One Health® approach and is a legacy Virox will pass on to future generations.
Safety Meets Efficacy
While powerful disinfectants are easy to formulate, they are often toxic and hazardous. Conversely, many “green” disinfectants compromise on performance. Our formulations have the ideal balance of safety and efficacy. They disinfect against a broad spectrum of pathogens* and yet are gentle on users, materials, and the environment.
Go Beyond Legacy Chemistries
Many harsh chemicals come with negative effects on the planet — some we don’t even readily see. Corrosive disinfectants with material compatibility issues can reduce the life of a device, surface, or instrument. Not only do these items then need to be replaced, but they also need to be disposed of — most likely in landfills. Additionally, pouring harsh disinfectants down the sink can create even more dangerous substances that can make their way into the environment. Virox formulations have excellent material compatibility, are formulated with inert ingredients, and require no special disposal.
What Makes Virox Formulations So Different?
- Have the EPA’s lowest available toxicity rating
- Are non-irritating to eyes and skin and do not require personal protection equipment (PPE)**
- Do not emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Are made with biodegradable ingredients
Practicing What We Preach
Our One Health initiatives extend to our manufacturing practices. Virox is the first chemical manufacturer in Canada capable of not just developing ECOLOGO® and Green Seal® Certified products but producing them in a LEED® Gold Certified facility as awarded by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). Our 68,500+ sq. ft. headquarters is internationally recognized for its energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, waste diversion, improved indoor environmental quality, and resource stewardship.
*See product label for specific pathogen claims
**At in-use dilutions
Our Innovations
Virox formulations have been validated by peer-reviewed clinical studies conducted by scientific organizations and impartial researchers across 40 countries with approvals from Health Canada, US EPA, and US FDA.