Selecting A New Sporicidal Disinfectant: What The Cleanroom Manager Needs To Know

Spore-forming microorganisms pose a persistent challenge in cleanroom environments, requiring specialized disinfectants to ensure effective contamination control. This article offers a comprehensive guide to selecting a sporicidal agent, emphasizing the importance of formulation, efficacy, and safety. It outlines the limited but critical range of available sporicides—primarily peroxygens and chlorine-based compounds—and explores how factors like contact time, material compatibility, residue formation, and occupational safety influence product choice. Cleanroom managers are encouraged to weigh these considerations against facility-specific needs, using a structured evaluation framework to guide decision-making. The article also stresses that sporicides are not a substitute for robust environmental controls and cleanroom discipline. For facilities considering a new or replacement sporicide, this resource provides a practical roadmap to ensure both microbial efficacy and operational safety.

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