Alcohol
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Alcohol

PRICE: $10.00IN STOCK
Item #: 406

Available in 2 forms: 16.9 oz bottle & 200pcs individual alcohol prep pad.


Why Is 70% the Most Effective Concentration of Isopropyl Alcohol for Disinfection?

The presence of water is a crucial factor in destroying or inhibiting the growth of pathogenic microorganisms with isopropyl alcohol. Water acts as a catalyst and plays a key role in denaturing the proteins of vegetative cell membranes. 70% IPA solutions penetrate the cell wall more completely which permeates the entire cell, coagulates all proteins, and therefore the microorganism dies. Extra water content slows evaporation, therefore increasing surface contact time and enhancing effectiveness. Isopropyl alcohol concentrations over 91% coagulate proteins instantly. Consequently, a protective layer is created which protects other proteins from further coagulation.

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