Ingredients

Is BYOTROL24™ nontoxic?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) places disinfectant cleaners into one of four toxicity categories. BYOTROL24™ is an EPA-registered disinfectant and qualifies for a Category IV toxicity level which is noncorrosive, emits no harsh chemical fumes, and requires no gloves for use. As a worry-free and non-irritating disinfectant, it is not necessary for BYOTROL24™ to list first aid instructions or warning statements that you typically find on other surface cleaners.

The four toxicity categories, from least to most toxic are:

  • Toxicity Category IV is Practically non-toxic and not an irritant.  BYOTROL24™ – NO caution statement required by EPA
  • Toxicity Category III is Slightly toxic and Slightly irritating. EPA requires CAUTION statement
  • Toxicity Category II is Moderately toxic and Moderately irritating. EPA requires WARNING statement
  • Toxicity Category I is Highly toxic and Severely irritating. EPA requires DANGER statement
What ingredients are in BYOTROL24™?

Active ingredients are listed on the BYOTROL24™ product label. In case you can’t read the small print on the label, here you go:

Active Ingredients:
00.324% 1-Decanaminium, N-decyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride
00.215% Alkyl* dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride *(67%C12, 25%C14, 7%C16, 1% C18)
00.539% Poly (hexamethylenebiguanide) hydrochloride
98.922% Other ingredients
100% Total

If you’re curious what’s in the other 98.9%, it’s mostly filtered water, some surfactants to help with cleaning.

Does BYOTROL24™ use dyes in its products?

No dyes of any kind are in BYOTROL24™.

Does BYOTROL24™ contain ammonia or bleach?

BYOTROL24™ contains neither ammonia nor bleach.

Bleach is a powerful chemical that can destroy germs. Unfortunately, bleach can also damage or stain the surfaces in your home. Bleach also produces harsh, unpleasant fumes that can irritate the eyes, mouth and lungs. Scientists at Byotrol developed BYOTROL24™ to be bleach-free while delivering strong, effective, and long-lasting germ control.

Product Usage

Why should I be concerned with controlling germs for 24hrs?

What many people do not realize is that unlike dirt and grime, which can take a while to accumulate after cleaning, germs begin growing back almost instantly. Some bacteria, such as E. coli (Escherichia coli) that cause intestinal infection, can reproduce every 20 minutes. At this rate of growth, a single bacterium can grow into trillions of bacteria in one day.

BYOTROL24™ not only disinfects surfaces eliminating OVER 99.9% of germs, but also keeps surfaces sanitized eliminating bacteria for 24 hours.

Why do standard disinfectants stop working after a few minutes?

The problem is that typical cleaning and sanitizing products contain germ-fighting agents that evaporate from the surface in a few minutes or get easily removed as people and pets come in contact with surfaces. This leaves surfaces vulnerable within a matter of minutes to the re-growth or transfer of bugs.

Using standard disinfecting products more frequently is not necessarily the answer either. It makes the germs more resistant and as a result can give rise to super-bugs such as MRSA.

Should I use BYOTROL24™ once a day?

For round-the-clock germ control, it’s best to use BYOTROL24™ daily on “high risk” surfaces such as toilet handles, doorknobs, and counters since these will be more prone to germ contamination you can pick up with your hands. Ultimately, how often you clean comes down to your personal needs and habits.

On what surfaces can I use BYOTROL24™?

BYOTROL24™ can be used on most hard, non-porous, non-food contact surfaces such as counters, handles, sinks, floors, bathtubs, toilets and other surfaces.

We always recommend testing any new surface cleaner in an inconspicuous area first to make sure it’s compatible with the surface.

Do I need to wipe or rinse after using BYOTROL24™?

BYOTROL24™ can be wiped dry or allowed to air dry after application. After spraying BYOTROL24™, be sure to let the surface stay wet anywhere from 1-10 minutes to allow time for the disinfectant to fight and kill germs. Here are the recommended surface contact times:

VIRUSES – 2009-H1N1 Influenza A virus (1 minute), Coronavirus (1 minute), Respiratory syncytial virus (1 minute), Rotavirus (2 minutes), Feline calicivirus as a surrogate virus for Norovirus (5 minutes).
BACTERIA – Salmonella enterica (1 minute), Escherichia coli O157:H7 (2 minutes), Listeria monocytogenes (2 minutes), Staphylococcus aureus (2 minutes), Streptococcus pyogenes (2 minutes), Enterobacter aerogenes (5 minutes), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (5 minutes).
FUNGICIDAL – Trichophyton mentagrophytes (10 minutes).

For 24-hour surface sanitizing, allow the surface treated with BYOTROL24™ to remain wet for five minutes before wiping dry.

How do I use BYOTROL24™ Disinfectant Cleaner?
Shake well before use on hard, nonporous, non-food contact surfaces.  Preclean if heavy soil is present.
 
To Disinfect & Deodorize:  Spray on surface until thoroughly wet.  Surface must remain wet for appropriate contact time (see below).  Wipe dry. No rinse required.
 
To Sanitize:  Spray on surface until thoroughly wet.  Let stand for 10 seconds. Wipe dry.
 
To Sanitize for 24 Hours:  Spray on surface until thoroughly wet.  Let stand for 5 minutes. Wipe dry.
 
To Control Mold & Mildew for 7 Days:  Spray on surface until thoroughly wet.  Allow to air dry.
 
Here are the recommended surface contact times to kill different varieties of germs:
 
VIRUSES – 2009-H1N1 Influenza A virus (1 minute), Coronavirus (1 minute), Respiratory syncytial virus (1 minute), Rotavirus (2 minutes), Feline calicivirus as a surrogate virus for Norovirus (5 minutes).
 
BACTERIA – Salmonella enterica (1 minute), Escherichia coli O157:H7 (2 minutes), Listeria monocytogenes (2 minutes), Staphylococcus aureus (2 minutes), Streptococcus pyogenes (2 minutes), Enterobacter aerogenes (5 minutes), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (5 minutes).
 
FUNGICIDAL – Trichophyton mentagrophytes (10 minutes).
Does BYOTROL24™ expire?

We suggest that BYOTROL24™ should be used within two years of purchase.

Safety

Is BYOTROL24™ safe?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) places disinfectant cleaners into one of four toxicity categories. BYOTROL24™ is an EPA-registered disinfectant and qualifies for a Category IV toxicity level which is noncorrosive, emits no harsh chemical fumes, and requires no gloves for use. As a worry-free and non-irritating disinfectant, it is not necessary for BYOTROL24™ to list first aid instructions or warning statements that you typically find on other surface cleaners.

The four toxicity categories, from least to most toxic are:

  • Toxicity Category IV is Practically non-toxic and not an irritant.  BYOTROL24™ – NO caution statement required by EPA
  • Toxicity Category III is Slightly toxic and Slightly irritating. EPA requires CAUTION statement
  • Toxicity Category II is Moderately toxic and Moderately irritating. EPA requires WARNING statement
  • Toxicity Category I is Highly toxic and Severely irritating. EPA requires DANGER statement
Is BYOTROL24™ safe to use around pets?

BYOTROL24™ can be used in pet areas when used as directed.  BYOTROL24™ is not dangerous if it comes in contact with pets’ skin or fur, but you should wipe excess amounts off the skin or fur with water.  If swallowed by a pet, call your vet immediately.

is BYOTROL24™ safe to use around children?
BYOTROL24™ can be used in children’s areas, including high chairs and/or bathtubs, when used as directed.  BYOTROL24™ does not emit harmful fumes and is non-corrosive on surfaces.
 
Like all cleaning products, please keep out of reach of children.
Is BYOTROL24™ safe to ingest?
Like all germ-fighting disinfectant products, BYOTROL24™ should not be ingested.  Please keep out of reach of children.
 
If BYOTROL24™ is swallowed, dilute with a glass of milk or water and call your doctor or a poison control center immediately.
What should I do if I get BYOTROL24™ on my skin?

Don’t panic!  Unlike many other cleaners, BYOTROL24™ is non-corrosive and non-irritating.  Of course, it’s always a good idea to wash your skin thoroughly with soap and water when coming into direct contact with any type of cleaning agent.