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CHARACTERISTICS

(What to know about this product at a glance.)

Product ID: WX128-CASE

Application Methods: Spraying, Wiping and Mopping

Characteristics:

  • Appearance: Clear to slightly cloudy transparent liquid
  • Odor: Light citrus
  • pH: 2.50 – 2.90
  • Water solubility: Complete (100%)
  • No dermal irritation
  • Virucidal, germicidal, fungicidal and tuberculocidal efficacy

EPA Reg. No. 34810-31EPA

Summary

Wex-Cide 128 is an exceptional one-step phenolic cleaner, disinfectant, and deodorizer that can decontaminate hard non-porous surfaces. What sets Wex-Cide 128 apart is that it has a TB claim, making it an excellent choice for NHP facilities. Additionally, it can be used as a soaking solution in our Enzyron Soaking Station, providing an excellent pre-cleaning with less manual scrubbing.

Wex-Cide 128 is listed on the EPA’s List N (EPA #: 34810-31) for products with emerging viral pathogens, including Human Coronavirus claims for use against SARS-CoV-2. If you want more products that meet the EPA’s guidelines on emerging pathogens, you can check out our COVID-19 page.

This product is particularly effective for Research Facilities, Clinical Facilities, Companion Animal clinics, and more. Its acidic pH enables it to eliminate buildup and scale, and it has proven efficacy against organic soils (5% serum).

  • Diluted 1:128 (1 ounce per gallon of water)
  • Contact Time: 10 minutes
  • Acidic pH
  • Proven efficacy against organic soils (5% serum)

Wex-Cide 128 is manufactured by Wexford Labs. A previous awardee of the EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award and a recognized Safer Choice Formulator-Manufacturer, Wexford Labs has a proven track record of dedication to biosafety solutions designed for minimal impact and safety. You can view the tox reporting for Wex-Cide 128 here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What pathogens is Wex-Cide 128 effective against?

Wex-Cide 128 is an effective disinfectant that has been tested against a wide range of pathogens. It is bactericidal against various bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, penicillin-resistant staphylococcus, TNSR, Acinetobacter baumannii, Enterococcus faecalis, MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica, and GRM. It is also fungicidal against Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Mycobacterium bovis, and tuberculocidal against Mycobacterium bovis.

In addition, Wex-Cide 128 is virucidal and has been found effective against several viruses, including respiratory syncytial virus, herpes simplex types 1 and 2, pandemic 2009 h1n1 influenza a virus, human immunodeficiency virus type 1, norovirus, adenovirus type 2, rhinovirus (type 37), influenza a3 (hong kong), vaccinia virus, and human rotavirus.

To use Wex-Cide 128 as a disinfectant, simply mix 1 oz of the product with 1 gallon of water. Allow the surface to remain wet for 10 minutes to ensure maximum efficacy against pathogens.

To find the full efficacy sheet, look at the bottom of the page under “additional downloads”.

Is Wex-Cide 128 toxic? What are its toxicity levels?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established four toxicity categories for acute hazards of pesticide products based on the LD50 and LC50 values. Wex-Cide 128 is a phenolic disinfectant that falls under EPA Category IV, which indicates the least toxic potential. Studies conducted on animals showed that Wex-Cide 128 is not a primary irritant to skin or eyes and does not induce sensitization in guinea pigs. In an acute oral toxicity study on female rats, all rats survived and gained weight during the study, and the acute oral LD50 of Wex-Cide 128 is greater than 5,000 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. It’s important to note that all studies in this document were conducted at use dilution.

To find the Wex-Cide 128 SDS, look at the bottom of the page under “additional downloads”.

Is Wex-Cide 128 effective as a non-human primate disinfectant?

Wex-Cide 128 is a disinfectant concentrate developed to provide a less toxic alternative to commonly used disinfectants in the human primate healthcare environment. It is an intermediate level disinfectant (Tuberculocidal) with efficacy in the presence of 5% organic soil load. The concentrate is not orally or dermally toxic, nor a skin sensitizer, making it safe for use around non-human primates, caregivers and the environment. The diluted solution is EPA Toxicity Category IV, and no precautionary statements or signal words are required. For full efficacy, please refer to the full efficacy sheet under “additional downloads” at the bottom of the page.

What are phenolic derivatives and how are they used in disinfectants?

Phenolic derivatives, also known as “phenolics,” are a group of active ingredients that are used in disinfectant formulations for household, industrial, and veterinary applications, as well as for post-harvest preservation of fruit and vegetables. These derivatives are derived from phenol, also known as carbolic acid, which was historically used as a germicide in hospitals. However, modern phenolic derivatives have improved antimicrobial properties and are less harmful to humans and the environment.

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