Solvay’s ready-to-use Actizone F5 has now been verified for 24-hour virus protection on a variety of commonly used surfaces. Actizone F5 is scientifically proven to deliver long-lasting protection from viruses, including the human coronavirus, on frequently touched surfaces.

Based on the residual antimicrobial method PAS 2424, this new testing method simulates end-use conditions, such as frequent abrasions, to verify the long-term efficacy of an antiviral disinfectant. By using the industry-standard surrogate for enveloped viruses, scientists have been able to confirm that Actizone F5 is effective on the family of enveloped viruses, which includes SARS-CoV-2 and influenza viruses. Additionally, this breakthrough testing is currently in consideration to become the British standard for proving long-lasting performance in antiviral disinfectants.

Actizone technology offers unique germ protection by trapping antimicrobial actives on surfaces and forming an innovative film that instantly kills bacteria and viruses while remaining available for 24-hour disinfection. These active ingredients provide unmatched peace of mind for users by combining cleaning benefits with outstanding antibacterial and antiviral protection.

“Traditional disinfectants only protect environmental surfaces for a few minutes. We developed a game-changer disinfection cleaner solution for surface protection,” said Kamel Ramdani, R&I Director at Solvay. “Actizone continues to kill bacteria and viruses in real-life environments for up to 24 hours. It is the first technology to show evidence of long-lasting protection from viruses like SARS-CoV-2. Consumers and professionals can be confident that Actizone™ F5 will help protect them from Covid-19 when in contact with frequently touched hard surfaces in public spaces.”

After more than a year spent battling COVID-19, the world is ready to return to a sense of normalcy. Antimicrobial disinfectants will play a critical role in the fire to keep individuals, families, and communities safe from the human coronavirus and other potentially harmful pathogens. With Actizone F5 and other disinfectant solutions developed with Actizone technology, the world can work together for a cleaner and safer future with disinfection that lasts.