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Description

The Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is a fast and effective multi-purpose disinfectant that is suitable for non-porous surfaces. This cleaner can effectively eliminate bacteria, viruses, and fungi within one minute, including the claims to the following:

  • Mycobacterium:
    • Mycobacterium tuberculosis var: bovis (BCG) (TB).
  • Bacteria:
    • Acinetobacter baumannii.
    • Burkholderia cepacia.
    • Enterobacter cloacae.
    • Klebsiella pneumoniae.
    • Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
    • Salmonella enterica.
    • Staphylococcus aureus.
  • Drug-resistant Bacteria:
    • Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumonia (CRKP) (CRE).
    • ESBL Escherichia coli [ESBL E. coli].
    • Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
    • Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus epidermidis (MRSE).
    • Multi-drug resistant [MDR] Acinetobacter baumannii.
    • Vancomycin Intermediate Staphylococcus aureus (VISA).
    • Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE).
  • Enveloped Viruses:
    • Hepatitis B Virus (HBV).
    • Hepatitis C Virus (HCV).
    • Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1.
    • Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2.
    • Human Coronavirus (not associated with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome or SARS).
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV-1).
    • Influenza A Virus Strain A (H3N2 Virus).
    • SARS-CoV-2.
  • Non-Enveloped Viruses:
    • Norovirus.
    • Rotavirus.
  • Fungi:
    • Candida albicans.
    • Trichophyton interdigitale.

Three Minute Efficacy Against:

  • Adenovirus II.

This cleaner is bleach-free, fragrance-free, and reduces the chances of cross-contamination. It's safe for use in/on ambulance equipment surfaces, animal care facilities, bathrooms, correctional facilities, daycare centers, dental offices, emergency medical settings, emergency vehicles, exterior surfaces of anesthesia machines and respiratory therapy equipment, health club facilities, hospitals, infant/child care equipment surfaces, interior and exterior surfaces of infant incubators/bassinets, isolation areas, laboratories, laundry rooms, neonatal units, nursing homes, operating rooms, ophthalmic and optometric facilities, outpatient surgical centers, oxygen hoods, schools, and surgical centers.

Sizes

Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant Sizes

  • #13-5024: 24 oz Bottle (12/Case).
  • #13-5000: 1 Gallon (4/Case).
  • #13-5025: 2.5 Gallon (2/Case).

Frequently asked questions

Is CaviCide1 an effective broad-spectrum disinfectant?

Yes, the Metrex CaviCide1 is a clinically effective, ready-to-use, broad-spectrum disinfectant and cleaner suitable for hard, non-porous surfaces. It is officially classified as Tuberculocidal, Bactericidal, Fungicidal, and Virucidal.

Broad-Spectrum Efficacy and Contact Times

This disinfectant is engineered for rapid action, offering a comprehensive kill profile that includes drug-resistant bacteria (like MRSA, VRE, and CRKP) and numerous viruses (including SARS-CoV-2, HBV, and Norovirus).

The required contact time for efficacy is extremely fast:

  • 1 Minute Kill Time: Achieved for most listed bacteria, fungi, enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis var: bovis (TB).
  • 3 Minute Kill Time: Required specifically for efficacy against Adenovirus II.

CaviCide1 is also bleach-free and fragrance-free, enhancing its usability in high-stakes environments like hospitals, dental offices, and schools.

Is CaviCide1 a fast-acting disinfectant?

Yes, Metrex CaviCide1 is engineered for rapid, broad-spectrum disinfection on hard, non-porous surfaces. It is a ready-to-use formula with extremely short contact times:

  • 1-Minute Efficacy: Achieves tuberculocidal, bactericidal, fungicidal, and most virucidal kill claims, including efficacy against drug-resistant bacteria (like MRSA) and viruses (including SARS-CoV-2).
  • 3-Minute Efficacy: Required only for effectiveness against Adenovirus II.

Its formulation is bleach-free and fragrance-free, ensuring suitability for sensitive environments such as hospitals, dental offices, and neonatal units.

Does CaviCide1 reduce the risk of cross-contamination?

Yes, the Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is specifically engineered to reduce the risk of cross-contamination on hard, non-porous surfaces in clinical and professional environments. Its efficient, one-step application simplifies hygiene protocols and ensures rapid germicidal action.

Key features that minimize contamination risk include:

  • One-Step Disinfection: The product functions as a single-step germicidal spray, meaning it cleans and disinfects simultaneously. This eliminates the need for separate pre-cleaning steps for many applications, simplifying protocols and reducing the potential for cross-contamination.
  • Rapid Efficacy: CaviCide1 achieves its tuberculocidal, bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal claims in just one minute of contact time for most pathogens, including drug-resistant bacteria (like MRSA and VRE) and difficult viruses (like SARS-CoV-2 and Norovirus).
  • Versatile and Safe Use: Its ready-to-use, bleach-free, and fragrance-free formulation is safe for use on a wide variety of medical and institutional surfaces, ensuring effective disinfection across critical patient care areas.
Is the CaviCide1 formula user-friendly?

Yes, the Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is specifically designed as a user-friendly formulation suitable for staff and sensitive patient environments.

Its composition prioritizes reduced user irritation and lower risk of cross-contamination by being:

  • Bleach-free: The formula does not contain corrosive bleach.
  • Fragrance-free: This minimizes the risk of respiratory irritation or allergic reactions in critical settings such as hospitals, neonatal units, and dental offices.

This balance provides powerful, one-minute broad-spectrum efficacy (24.26% total active ingredients) while maintaining a high degree of user comfort and safety.

Is CaviCide1 disinfectant only for non-porous surfaces?

Yes, the Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is specifically formulated for use on hard, non-porous surfaces only.

It is designed as a highly effective, one-step solution for cleaning and disinfecting in a vast range of professional and critical environments. The product is also bleach-free and fragrance-free, making it ideal for sensitive settings.

Intended use environments include:

  • Hospitals (Operating Rooms, Isolation Areas, Neonatal Units)
  • Dental Offices and Laboratories
  • Emergency Medical Settings (Ambulance Equipment)
  • Daycare Centers and Schools
  • Health Club Facilities
Does CaviCide1 require dilution before use?

No, Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is ready-to-use and does not require dilution before application. It is a multi-purpose disinfectant designed for direct use on hard, non-porous surfaces.

Where is CaviCide1 disinfectant best used?

The CaviCide1 disinfectant is specifically formulated as a one-step cleaner for hard, non-porous environmental surfaces in professional settings. Its rapid 1-minute kill time, coupled with its bleach-free and fragrance-free formulation, makes it ideal for critical, high-traffic, and sensitive areas.

It is highly recommended for use in a broad range of clinical and professional environments, including:

  • Healthcare Facilities: Hospitals, operating rooms, surgical centers, laboratories, and nursing homes.
  • Specialized Clinical Areas: Dental offices and neonatal units.
  • Emergency & Child Care: Ambulance equipment surfaces, emergency medical settings, and daycare centers.

It is suitable for use on various patient care equipment surfaces, including infant/child care equipment.

What sizes of CaviCide1 are available for purchase?

CaviCide1 is available in the following sizes:

  • 24 oz Bottle (12/Case)
  • 1 Gallon (4/Case)
  • 2.5 Gallon (2/Case)
What is the CaviCide1's rapid viral kill time?

The Metrex CaviCide1 is a high-performance, ready-to-use disinfectant engineered for rapid, broad-spectrum virucidal efficacy on non-porous surfaces. It is effective against a wide range of pathogens, including both enveloped and non-enveloped viruses.

Viral Kill Times

  • 1 Minute Kill Time: Effective against most enveloped viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, HBV, HCV, and HIV-1, as well as non-enveloped viruses like Norovirus and Rotavirus.
  • 3 Minute Kill Time: Required contact time specifically for Adenovirus II.

This bleach-free, fragrance-free formulation also achieves bactericidal, fungicidal, and tuberculocidal claims in just one minute.

Is the disinfectant free of bleach and fragrance?

Yes, the Metrex CaviCide1 Disinfectant is both bleach-free and fragrance-free, making it suitable for use in sensitive environments and on a variety of surfaces without causing irritation or damage.