Benzalkonium chloride

Advisory - Hand sanitizers labelled as "Anti-Microbe" and/or with DIN 02248351 recalled because they may pose health risks, particularly to children

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Friday, January 22, 2021
Antiseptics, Chemistry, Biocides, Physical sciences, Chlorides, Cationic surfactants, Quaternary ammonium compounds, Algaecides, Benzalkonium chloride, Hand sanitizer, Disinfectant, Drug Identification Number

Products:Various 0.3% benzalkonium chloride hand sanitizers labelled as "Anti-Microbe" and/or with Drug Identification Number (DIN) 02248351.

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  • Products:Various 0.3% benzalkonium chloride hand sanitizers labelled as "Anti-Microbe" and/or with Drug Identification Number (DIN) 02248351.
  • Consult your health care professional if you have health concerns after using these products.
  • Products containing 0.3% benzalkonium chloride should be labelled for adult use in an industrial setting only (e.g., health care and food processing facilities).
  • Health Canada is aware that some products were distributed to various schools in Quebec, for use by children.

FDA Listed, Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer from Disinfect & Shield™ Kills COVID-19 On Contact and Remains on Skin for Hours

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
Infectious diseases, Chemicals, Plastics, Health, Manufacturing, Antiseptics, Biocides, Disinfectants, Hygiene, Branches of biology, Hand, Bactericides, Benzalkonium chloride, Hand sanitizer, Alcohols

Disinfect & Shield Hand Sanitizer is available as a moisture-infused foam or spray that leaves an invisible, breathable barrier on the skin.

Key Points: 
  • Disinfect & Shield Hand Sanitizer is available as a moisture-infused foam or spray that leaves an invisible, breathable barrier on the skin.
  • Unlike most hand sanitizers, Disinfect & Shield is alcohol-free, eliminating the harsh fumes and cracked, dry skin that accompanies alcohol-based sanitizers and its safe for use on PPE like gloves.
  • Disinfect & Shield is benzalkonium chloride-based, made with a patented manufacturing process, and the beauty of it is that it protects skin for up to eight hours.
  • Disinfect & Shield is a fast-acting nanotechnology which destroys viruses and bacteria and prevents them from attaching to skin, surfaces, and clothes.

Acme United Corporation Acquires Assets of Med-Nap LLC

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Antiseptics, Algaecides, Benzalkonium chloride, Chlorides, Acme United Corporation, BZK, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Chemical substances

FAIRFIELD, Conn., Dec. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acme United Corporation (NYSE American: ACU) today announced that it has acquired the assets of Med-Nap LLC., a leading manufacturer of alcohol prep pads, alcohol wipes, benzalkonium chloride wipes (BZK), antiseptic wipes, castile soap, and lens cleaning products.

Key Points: 
  • FAIRFIELD, Conn., Dec. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acme United Corporation (NYSE American: ACU) today announced that it has acquired the assets of Med-Nap LLC., a leading manufacturer of alcohol prep pads, alcohol wipes, benzalkonium chloride wipes (BZK), antiseptic wipes, castile soap, and lens cleaning products.
  • Med-Nap has estimated revenues in 2020 of approximately $4.9 million and EBITDA of approximately $1.0 million.
  • The acquisition is expected to be accretive commencing in the first quarter of 2021.
  • Pierre Sanfacon, Founder and President of Med-Nap, added, I, too, am very pleased with our combination with Acme United.

BioSilk Debuts Health + Beauty Antibacterial Hair Care Line

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Hairdressing, Toiletry, Health sciences, Personal hygiene products, Self-care, Health, Skin care, Shampoo, Benzalkonium chloride, Hair care, Lotion

HOUSTON, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On a mission to create natural and high-tech sanitizing innovations under the trusted CHI and BioSilk brand names, Farouk Systems Inc. is taking hair care to the next level by launching its new BioSilk Health + Beauty Antibacterial Hair Care Line.

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  • HOUSTON, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On a mission to create natural and high-tech sanitizing innovations under the trusted CHI and BioSilk brand names, Farouk Systems Inc. is taking hair care to the next level by launching its new BioSilk Health + Beauty Antibacterial Hair Care Line.
  • After initially launching the Antibacterial Hand Soap and Antibacterial Lotion in August as part of BioSilkss Health + Care division, the brand is now expanding its offerings to include an Antibacterial Shampoo, Rescue Moisturizing Conditioner and Hair & Body Mist, as well as a Trio Kit.
  • The Antibacterial Shampoo and Hair & Body Mist feature Benzalkonium Chloride (0.10%), an antimicrobial that rids your hair of 99.9% of germs, while the Rescue Moisturizing Conditioner is packed with essential nutrients to soothe and seal in moisture for silky, smooth hair.
  • Provides long-lasting antibacterial protection and moisture to nourish and defend hair from exposure to germs.

Hand Sanitizer Market Revenue to Hit US $3.6B by 2026: Global Market Insights, Inc.

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Antiseptics, Biocides, Hygiene, Hand, Disinfectants, Hand sanitizer, RTT, Public health, Benzalkonium chloride

The alcohol-free hand sanitizer market is expected to register substantial growth over the coming years, owing to a rising demand for sanitization products that are less harsh on the skin.

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  • The alcohol-free hand sanitizer market is expected to register substantial growth over the coming years, owing to a rising demand for sanitization products that are less harsh on the skin.
  • In comparison to alcohol-based hand sanitizers, alcohol-free sanitizers utilize more active ingredient products like benzalkonium chloride for making the final product.
  • Subsequently, the repeated usage of an alcohol-free sanitizer does not cause any irritation to the skin like its counterparts.
  • With new product launches, the demand for hand sanitizers will significantly rise across the LATAM region through the upcoming years.

United States Hand Sanitizer Market Analysis 2020-2027, by Type, Product Form, Application, Distribution Channel and Competitor Analysis

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Friday, September 4, 2020
Biocides, Antiseptics, Antimicrobials, Hand, Disinfectants, Hygiene, Hand sanitizer, RTT, Triclosan, Benzalkonium chloride

DUBLIN, Sept. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "US Hand Sanitizer Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Country Analysis by Type; Product form; Application; Distribution Channel" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, Sept. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "US Hand Sanitizer Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Country Analysis by Type; Product form; Application; Distribution Channel" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • On the basis of type, the US hand sanitizer market is segmented into alcoholic, quaternary ammonia, and triclosan.
  • On the basis of product form, the US hand sanitizer market is segmented into foam sanitizers, gel sanitizers, wipes, and spray sanitizers.
  • The US hand sanitizer market based on distribution channel has been segmented into supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, online, and others.

India Commercial Sanitization Market 2020-2025: Analysis by Ingredient, Distribution Channel, End User, Region and Company - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, September 4, 2020
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Chemical substances, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Antiseptics, Disinfectants, Sanitization, Benzalkonium chloride, Sodium hypochlorite, Ethanol

The "India Commercial Sanitization Market, by Ingredient (Ethanol, Iso Propyl Alcohol, Sodium Hypochlorite, Chloroxylenol/Benzalkonium Chlorine, Others), by End Use (Commercial, Industrial, Others), by Distribution Channel, by Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "India Commercial Sanitization Market, by Ingredient (Ethanol, Iso Propyl Alcohol, Sodium Hypochlorite, Chloroxylenol/Benzalkonium Chlorine, Others), by End Use (Commercial, Industrial, Others), by Distribution Channel, by Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Indian Commercial Sanitization Market stood at around USD 611 million in 2019 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 27% until 2025.
  • The commercial sanitization market is driven by increase in COVID-19 cases across the country, unlocking of the country to boost economy, resume of air and train travel coupled with opening of malls, offices and other commercial buildings are the major factors propelling demand for commercial sanitization.
  • The commercial sanitization market is segmented based on ingredients, end-use, distribution channel, company and region.

US Hand Sanitizer Market Analysis 2020 and the Impact of COVID-19 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Professional services, Consulting, Biocides, Hygiene, Antiseptics, Antimicrobials, Hand, Disinfectants, Hand sanitizer, RTT, Triclosan, Convenience store, Benzalkonium chloride

The "US Hand Sanitizer Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Country Analysis by Type; Product form; Application; Distribution Channel" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "US Hand Sanitizer Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Country Analysis by Type; Product form; Application; Distribution Channel" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • On the basis of type, the US hand sanitizer market is segmented into alcoholic, quaternary ammonia, and triclosan.
  • On the basis of product form, the US hand sanitizer market is segmented into foam sanitizers, gel sanitizers, wipes, and spray sanitizers.
  • The US hand sanitizer market based on distribution channel has been segmented into supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, online, and others.

Groundbreaking Study Proves GermBloc Alcohol-Free Sanitizer Products Effectively Kill 99.99% of Bacteria

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Monday, June 1, 2020
Antiseptics, Biocides, Hygiene, Public health, Hand sanitizer, Benzalkonium chloride, Disinfectant

BOZEMAN, Mont., June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The study was performed on GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Foam and GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Lotion, two of the company's top selling products.

Key Points: 
  • BOZEMAN, Mont., June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The study was performed on GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Foam and GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Lotion, two of the company's top selling products.
  • The results found both products to be effective in killing bacteria in as little as 30 seconds.
  • GermBloc Sanitizer products contain the active ingredient, Benzalkonium Chloride (BZK), which is now one of only three FDA-approved ingredients for use in hand sanitizers.
  • GermBloc produces a series of alcohol-free sanitizer products, including Hand Sanitizer Lotion, Hand Sanitizer Foam, and Smartphone Cleaning Kits.

Merix Pharmaceutical Corp. Announces Availability of RELEEV® 1 Day Cold Sore Treatment in Convenience Stores

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Sunday, December 2, 2018
Microbiology, RTT, Virology, Medicine, Antiseptics, Viral diseases, Chlorides, Quaternary ammonium compounds, Benzalkonium chloride, Herpes labialis, Common cold, Echinacea

RELEEV 1 Day Cold Sore Symptom Treatment, provides fast relief to those with painful cold sores.

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  • RELEEV 1 Day Cold Sore Symptom Treatment, provides fast relief to those with painful cold sores.
  • Merix' patented Echinacea Extract with the FDA approved OTC antimicrobial antiseptic Benzalkonium Chloride is the fastest healing treatment for cold sores known.
  • Those with cold sore symptoms using RELEEV can expect fast and complete cold sore symptom and fever blister relief.
  • Easily used at home or on the go, RELEEV provides convenient relief for cold sore sufferers anywhere.