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2.3 CHEMICAL INTRODUCTION

1. ALL-PURPOSE CLEANERS

All-purpose cleaners consist of a broad array of possible formulations.

2. RESTROOM CLEANERS

Restroom cleaners often contain strong acids because of the need to remove mineral deposits

from sinks, bowls, and urinals. Frequently, they are heavily dyed and strongly fragranced.

3. RESTROOM DISINFECTANTS

Restroom disinfectants are similar to general disinfectants, but typically may have an acidic pH

(closer to 1) to remove hard water deposits in sinks, bowls, and urinals. The selection issues
include both those under General Disinfectants and Restroom Cleaners. Care in selection and use

is important.

• See Restroom Cleaners for similar attributes.

• Antimicrobial ingredients: Prefer antimicrobial ingredients that have a lowerpotential for
persistence in the environment and accumulation in living tissuecompared to those with a

greater potential

4. CARPET CLEANERS

See also All-Purpose Cleaners.

5. CHROME CLEANER/POLISH

Chrome cleaners and polishes frequently use petroleum distillates, which are poisonous and

derived from a non-renewable resource. The following are some of the specific issues to
compare for in this product category:

• Preferable ingredients: essential plant oils and non-toxic abrasives such asbaking soda.

• If possible, avoid purchasing products containing petroleum distillates orammonia.

6. FLOOR FINISHES

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