Any household cleaner containing bleach or at least 70 percent alcohol should kill SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. If you’re unsure your surface disinfectant is effective against the virus, check the newly updated Environmental Protection Agency database known as “List N.”
How to wash my clothes to prevent the COVID-19 virus?
The CDC laundering guidelines say it’s important to wash clothes in the warmest water possible and dry everything thoroughly. And don’t forget to clean and disinfect hampers and laundry baskets with disinfectant, just like you would any hard surface to reduce germ spread.
How do I know if a disinfectant product is EPA-registered?
Before applying any EPA-registered disinfectant product, users must read the label to determine if the product is approved for the intended-use site or pest. Information about listed products is current as indicated by the dates on the lists. All EPA-registered pesticides must have an EPA registration number (EPA Reg. No.).
Is there an endorsement of one disinfectant product over another?
Inclusion of products in these lists does not constitute an endorsement of one product over another. Before applying any EPA-registered disinfectant product, users must read the label to determine if the product is approved for the intended-use site or pest. Information about listed products is current as indicated by the dates on the lists.
How do I find the EPA registration number of a product?
The easiest way to find a product on this list is to enter the first two sets of its EPA registration number into the search bar above the list of products. For example, if EPA Reg. No. 12345-12 is on List N, you can buy EPA Reg. No. 12345-12-2567 and know you’re getting an equivalent product.
How effective are antimicrobial products registered by EPA against common pathogens?
The following lists of antimicrobial products registered by EPA are effective against common pathogens, as indicated in the list titles. EPA-registered antimicrobial products may not make efficacy claims against these pathogens unless the Agency has reviewed data to support the claim and approved the claim on the label.
