Instructions for EfferSan 

General Usage Directions

The following directions are best for general use of EfferSan in hospitals, schools, offices, and households.

Disinfectant & Deodorizer Strength (Hospital-Grade) 

Add 1 tablet of EfferSan to 32 Ounces (the size of an average spray bottle) of Potable Water. 

Wait about 5 to 7 minutes to allow the tablet to dissolve in the water. There’s no need to stir or mix the solution. 

Once the tablet is dissolved, you can apply the solution using a sponge, towel, or spray bottle to any hard, non-porous surface like countertops or door knobs.  

EfferSan disinfects in 5 minutes, killing pathogens on contact. Rinsing is required when using EfferSan as a disinfectant.

Be sure to label the date on the container you dissolved EfferSan into. The dissolved solution of EfferSan remains stable and effective for 2 weeks once diluted in water. 

COVID-19 Efficacy: EfferSan has qualified to meet the EPA Emerging Viral Pathogen Guidance for Antimicrobial Pesticides with EfferSan disinfectant against SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (COVID-19). It has been added to List N: Disinfectants Against Coronavirus at 1300 PPM (disinfecting strength) with a 5 minute contact time.  

Sanitizer & Deodorizer Strength

Add 1 tablet of EfferSan to 3 Gallons of Potable Water. 

Wait about 5 to 7 minutes to allow the tablet to dissolve in the water. There’s no need to stir or mix the solution. 

Once the tablet is dissolved, you can apply the solution using a sponge, towel, or spray bottle to any hard, non-porous surface like countertops or door knobs.  

EfferSan sanitizes 99.999% of bacteria in 60 seconds and rinsing is not required for most surfaces. 

Be sure to label the date on the container you dissolved EfferSan into. The dissolved solution of EfferSan remains stable and effective for 2 weeks once diluted in water.

Laundry Sanitizer & Deodorizer

Note: Always dilute EfferSan first, before adding your clothes and linens to the wash, OR add EfferSan tablets to the detergent dispenser. 

For HE Loads, add 1 tablet to detergent dispenser

For Regular Loads, add 1 tablet to a pre-filled washer and let the tablet dissolve for approximately 2 minutes before adding laundry.

Food/Beverage Processing

FOR USE THROUGHOUT FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROCESSING AND FOOD HANDLING OPERATIONS

This product is recommended for sanitizing all types of hard, non-porous equipment and utensils used in food processing and canning plants, bottling plants, breweries, fish processing plants, meat and poultry processing plants, milk handling and processing plants, restaurant and institutional dining establishments. Use a 100 ppm available chlorine solution (refer to Dilution Chart) to sanitize previously cleaned processing and packaging equipment. Allow at least a one minute contact time before draining. Allow adequate draining before contact with beverages. To control the growth of bacteria in brewery pasteurizers, clean badly fouled systems before treatment.

When the system is noticeably fouled, add 3 ppm available chlorine (refer to Dilution Chart) to system water. Repeat this dosage if necessary until the free available chlorine (FAC) level is 0.5 - 1.0 ppm, as determined by use of a reliable test kit. To maintain a FAC of 0.5 - 1.0 ppm, add 0.5 ppm -1 ppm available chlorine (refer to to chart) daily as needed. Add this product to the system at a point where adequate flow is maintained.

This product is an effective sanitizing agent. Treatment with this product throughout food and beverage processing and food handling operations can help ensure the quality and safety of the final product.

Hand Washing of Items in Food/Beverage Use

Remove all gross food particles and soil by a preflush or prescrape and, when necessary, presoak treatment. Wash surfaces or objects with a good detergent or compatible cleaner, followed by a potable water rinse before application of the sanitizing solution.

Prepare a 100 ppm available chlorine sanitizing solution.

Place equipment, utensils, dishes, glasses, etc. in the solution or apply the solution to surfaces using a cloth, sponge, or coarse sprayer.

Allow to stand at least one minute, drain the excess solution from the surface and allow to air dry.

Fresh sanitizing solution must be prepared at least daily or more often if the solution becomes diluted or soiled.

Machine Washing of Items

Remove all gross food particles and soil by a preflush or prescrape and, when necessary, presoak treatment. Wash surfaces or objects with a good detergent or compatible cleaner, followed by a potable water rinse before application of the sanitizing solution.

Prepare a 100 ppm available chlorine solution.

Add the solution to the feed tank of immersion or spray type machines that can provide at least one minute contact time for sanitizing dishes, glasses, food processing equipment or utensils. Allow to drain and air dry before use.

Promptly use the sanitizing solution. Prepared solutions cannot be reused for sanitizing but may be used for other purposes, such as cleaning.

Spa & Tub

SPA AND TUB USE
Add 4 ppm available chlorine (refer to Dilution Chart). Using an appropriate test kit, test and adjust the water to the following values: pH: 7.2 - 7.8; total alkalinity: 60 - 100 ppm; calcium hardness: 200 ppm, minimum. Maintain these conditions for proper spa and hot tub operation by frequent testing with a test kit. Do not allow cyanuric acid level to exceed 150 ppm.

It is recommended that spas and hot tubs be drained every 60 - 90 days, more often under heavy use. Consult manufacturer's recommendations concerning the compatibility of chlorine sanitizers with their equipment. Some oils, lotions, fragrances, cleansers, etc., may cause foaming or cloudy water and may react with chlorine sanitizers, reducing their efficacy. Reentry into treated spas/hot tubs is prohibited above levels of 3 ppm chlorine.


Start-Up (Freshly Filled)
Turn on the circulation system and ensure that it is operating properly.

Add 4 ppm available chlorine (refer to Dilution Chart). Check the free available chlorine (FAC) level and, if below 4 - 5 ppm, repeat as needed.

Regular Use: Turn on the circulation system and ensure that it is operating properly. Add 4 ppm available chlorine to the water. Test for FAC and add additional product, if necessary, to attain 4 - 5 ppm FAC. Maintain 1 - 3 ppm FAC while the spa or hot tub is in use. After each use, shock treat with 10 ppm available chlorine to control odors and algae. Repeat as needed. Spa or hot tub should not be entered until FAC reaches 1 - 3 ppm. Extended Non-Use Period. During extended periods when the spa or hot tub is not being used, with the circulation system running, add 4 ppm available chlorine twice a week or as needed to maintain 1 - 3 ppm FAC.

Dilution Chart