PrevailTM vs. Other Disinfectants
There are many disinfectants available for use in farm facilities. We believe the choice should come down to efficacy, contact time, cleaning capabilities, safety, and environmental impact. Below is a sampling of disinfecting products compared to PrevailTM Concentrate. The data is taken from label language, product safety data sheets (SDS), and other publicly available information.
We invite you to review the comparisons so you can make an informed decision about the disinfectants you choose for your facility.
Prevail Concentrate vs Virkon (Powder)
| Feature | Prevail Concentrate | Virkon |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Potassium Peroxymonosulfate and Sodum Chloride |
| Efficacy | Virucidal: 5 mins Bactericidal: 5 mins Fungicidal: 5 mins |
Virucidal: 10 mins Bactericidal: 10 mins Fungicidal: 10 mins |
| One-Step Cleaner & Disinfectant | Yes | Yes |
| Skin Irritation – Concentrate | Causes mild skin irritation | Causes skin irritation |
| Non-irritating to Skin and Eyes in use | Yes | Causes transient slight skin or eye irritation |
| Other Hazards | None | Powder may cause respiratory irritation |
| Environmental Profile | Biodegradable, no environmental hazards | Chlorine precursor, may react with chemicals in wastewater |
| Ease of Use | Easy to apply with validated equipment portfolio | Inconvenient powder format requires complicated mixing and increases risk of error |
| Diluted Shelf Life | 30 days | 7 days |
Always refer to the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information pertaining to specific products.
Information from: Virkon Concentrate and 1% solution SDS as of 10/02/2020 and 08/12/2017 respectively, and product label as of 05/2017.
Prevail Concentrate vs Synergize
| Feature | Prevail Concentrate | Synergize |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Quat/Glutaraldehyde Blend |
| Efficacy | Virucidal: 5 mins Bactericidal: 5 mins Fungicidal: 5 mins |
Virucidal: 10 mins Bactericidal: 10 mins Fungicidal: 10 mins |
| One-Step Cleaner & Disinfectant | Yes | Yes |
| Skin Irritation – Concentrate | Causes mild skin irritation | Causes severe skin burns |
| Non-irritating to Skin and Eyes in use | Yes | No |
| Other Hazards | None | Harmful if inhaled May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled |
| Environmental Profile | Biodegradable, no environmental hazards | Very toxic to aquatic like with long lasting effects |
| Ease of Use | Easy to apply with validated equipment portfolio | Lack of foam makes surface coverage difficult to visualize |
Always refer to the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)for information pertaining to specific products.
Information from: Synergize SDS as of 06/28/2023 and product label as of 06/28/2023.
Prevail Concentrate vs Virocid
| Feature | Prevail Concentrate | Virocid |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Quat/Glutaraldehyde Blend |
| Efficacy | Virucidal: 5 mins Bactericidal: 5 mins Fungicidal: 5 mins |
Virucidal: 10 mins Bactericidal: 10 mins Fungicidal: 10 mins |
| One-Step Cleaner & Disinfectant | Yes | Yes |
| Skin Irritation – Concentrate | Causes mild skin irritation | Causes severe skin burns |
| Non-Irritating to Skin and Eyes In-Use | Yes | Unknown |
| Other Hazards | None | May cause an allergic reaction May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled |
| Environmental Profile | Biodegradable, no environmental hazards | Very toxic to aquatic life |
| Diluted Shelf Life | 30 days | As little as 24 hours |
Always refer to the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information pertaining to specific products.
Information from: Virocid SDS as of 06/28/2023 and product label as of 06/28/2023.
Prevail Concentrate vs BioSentry
| Feature | Prevail Concentrate | BioSentry |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats) |
| Efficacy | Virucidal: 5 mins Bactericidal: 5 mins Fungicidal: 5 mins |
Virucidal: 10 mins Bactericidal: 10 mins Fungicidal: 10 mins |
| One-Step Cleaner & Disinfectant | Yes | Yes |
| Skin Irritation – Concentrate | Causes mild skin irritation | Causes severe skin burns |
| Non-Irritating to Skin and Eyes In-Use | Yes | Unknown |
| Other Hazards | None | Toxic if inhaled Suspected of causing cancer |
| Environmental Profile | Biodegradable, no environmental hazards | Very toxic to aquatic life, with long-lasting effects |
| Diluted Shelf Life | 30 days | 90 days |
Always refer to the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for information pertaining to specific products.
Information from: Biosentry SDS as of 06/28/2023 and product label as of 06/28/2023.
