An agent that kills two specific types of vacuum-dried bacterial spores, according to specific AOAC test requirements. A disinfectant or germicide are not automatically considered to be tuberculocidal. An agent that kills certain specified types of viruses when used as directed. An EPA approved label claim must state which viruses the agent has been proved effective against. The longer the freezing time, the lower the survival rate for most organisms, but it won't kill everything.
Flame is an excellent cleaner.
It is best to thoroughly wash all equipment prior to steaming it. Always rinse soap or detergent off completely before disinfecting, and never mix with disinfectant unless the disinfectant instruction specifically state that it is safe. Avoid oral ingestion of these products, as they can cause intestinal upset, and can irritate mucous membranes. When used as a surface spray or solution on inanimate objects, alcohol is an excellent pathogen destroyer. Hibistat Chlorhexidine products are often used as disinfectants for inanimate objects or antiseptics for cleaning skin wounds.