About Vircon-S Disinfectant Powder

Kennels, catteries, clinics, bird rooms and farms need more than ordinary cleaning to stop infections spreading from one animal to the next. Vircon-S Disinfectant Powder is a powder disinfectant based on potassium monopersulphate, an oxidising compound used widely in animal health for hard surfaces and equipment.

Oxidising disinfectants of this type work against a broad range of viruses, bacteria and fungi on surfaces that have been cleaned first. The powder is dissolved in water to make a working solution at the strength given on the pack.

A 500g pack makes many litres of solution, which makes it practical for shelters, breeders, clinics and multi-pet homes that need to disinfect cages, floors, bowls and transport boxes regularly.

Some germs that affect pets, such as parvovirus and the fungal spores that cause ringworm, can survive on surfaces for a long time. That is why a routine of cleaning first and then disinfecting matters most where many animals share space, or when a sick or new animal has been in the area.

Disinfection is one part of infection control. Vaccination, isolating sick animals, washing hands between animals and keeping bedding clean all work together with it.

Active Ingredient

Ingredient	What it does
Potassium monopersulphate compound	An oxidising agent that breaks down the outer structures of microbes on surfaces.

Features and Benefits

Broad-spectrum oxidiser. Potassium monopersulphate disinfectants act against many viruses, bacteria and fungi.
Powder concentrate. Mix only what you need, when you need it.
For animal areas. Suited to kennels, cages, clinics, farms and transport boxes.
Economical. A small amount of powder makes a large volume of solution.

Where to Use It

Area	Tips
Kennels and cages	Remove bedding and waste, scrub, rinse, then apply solution to floors, walls and bars.
Carriers and crates	Disinfect after every vet visit or when a new pet arrives.
Bowls and trays	Disinfect, then rinse well with clean water before reuse.
Clinic and shelter floors	Use after cleaning, especially in isolation and treatment areas.
Bird rooms and farms	Use on cleaned perches, cages, feeders and equipment, with animals removed.

How It Works

Clean first. Disinfectants work best on surfaces that have been scrubbed free of dirt, faeces and food.
Oxidise. The active oxidises proteins and other parts of microbes, inactivating them.
Contact time. The surface must stay wet with solution for the contact time on the pack.

How to Use

Remove animals. Move pets out of the area before disinfecting, unless the pack says otherwise.
Pre-clean. Remove waste and wash surfaces with detergent and water. Rinse.
Mix. Dissolve the powder in clean water at the dilution printed on the pack. Stir until fully dissolved.
Apply. Spray, mop or wipe to wet all surfaces. Leave for the contact time on the pack.
Rinse and dry. Rinse bowls and surfaces animals lick, and let areas dry before animals return.
Fresh solution. Make up fresh solution as directed. Solutions lose strength over time.

Safety and Precautions

Wear protection. Use gloves and eye protection when handling powder and solution. Avoid breathing in the powder.
Do not mix. Do not mix with other chemicals or cleaners.
Metals and fabrics. Oxidising solutions can affect some metals and fabrics with long contact. Rinse equipment after the contact time.
Not for skin. This is a surface disinfectant. Do not apply to animals or wounds.
Storage. Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children and animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vircon-S used for?

It is a powder disinfectant for hard surfaces and equipment in kennels, clinics, farms and pet homes.

What is the active ingredient in Vircon-S?

A potassium monopersulphate compound, an oxidising disinfectant.

How do I make the solution?

Dissolve the powder in water at the dilution on the pack, and make it fresh as directed.

Is Vircon-S safe around pets?

Remove pets while you disinfect, rinse surfaces they lick, and let areas dry before they return.

Can I use it on my dog's skin?

No. It is only for surfaces and equipment.

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Product Information

Detail	Information
Brand	Vircon-S
Active	Potassium monopersulphate compound
Net quantity	500g
Product type	Disinfectant powder
Use	Hard surfaces and equipment in animal areas
Sold by	Goodman Vetcare Pvt. Ltd. (Animeal), Warehouse No - 501 5th floor, Bharat industrial estate, Tokershi Jivraj Rd, Sewree West, Sindhu Nagar, Sewri, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400015

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