DMQ Neutral Disinfectant Cleaner at Lamers

DMQ Neutral Disinfectant Cleaner available at Lamers Enterprise, Honolulu, Hawaii

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DMQ 30 SECOND KILL CLAIM

DMQ
DAMP MOP NEUTRAL DISINFECTANT CLEANER

PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION:
DMQ is a non-alkaline disinfectant cleaner concentrate specially designed to clean, deodorize and disinfect high gloss floors. Effective as a sanitizer in 30 seconds! DMQ retains the beauty of high gloss floors with the added effectiveness of a disinfectant! Formulated for use in daily maintenance programs, DMQ is a proven one-step cleaner disinfectant in the presence of moderate amounts of organic material. DMQ is recommended to clean, disinfect, sanitize and deodorize floors, walls, countertops, Fiberglas®, synthetic marble, stainless steel, glass, vinyl, other hard, non-porous environmental surfaces in schools public buildings, restaurants, bars, cafeterias, office buildings, hotels, motels, churches, factories, manufacturing sites/facilities, food processing plants, apartment buildings, athletic/recreation facilities and public restrooms.

KILLS THE GERMS*...NOT THE SHINE!
The DMQ formula has a low pH and special non-alkaline ingredients. It will not dull, haze or streak high gloss floor finish.

BACTERICIDAL/VIRUCIDAL**:
EPA Reg. No. 5741-20. DMQ is an extremely effective bactericide. A quaternary-based concentrate, DMQ is a proven one-step disinfectant in the presence of organic soil. DMQ is virucidal . . . kills the pathogenic viruses HIV-1 (AIDS Virus), HCV (Hepatitis C Virus), HBV (Hepatitis B Virus), Herpes Simplex Type 2 and Influenza A₂/Hong Kong on hard, non-porous inanimate surfaces.

EFFECTIVE AGAINST ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT BACTERIA***:
DMQ has been tested and shown effective against Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE).

SANITIZES IN 30 SECONDS!
Antibacterial cleaning power! Kills 99.9% of Staphylococcus aureus and Enterobacter aerogenes bacteria in 30 seconds.

ECONOMICAL:
DMQ is a concentrate containing only the highest quality raw material ingredients. An effective disinfectant when diluted 2 oz. per gallon of water, DMQ is economical enough to use everyday. This feature is especially important when DMQ is the disinfectant damp mop choice for ultra high speed floor maintenance programs.

ULTRA HIGH SPEED FLOOR FINISH PROGRAMS:
DMQ's film-free characteristic plus its germ*-killing properties make it especially desirable for the daily damp mopping procedure in ultra high speed floor care programs. Schools, office buildings and other commercial areas where there is a high degree of traffic will particularly appreciate the benefits of a film-free disinfectant damp mop cleaner.

SALT AND ICE MELT:
DMQ's unique properties make it the ideal solution for winter floor problems.

RESTAURANTS:
Restaurant users will find DMQ an excellent stainless steel cleaner in kitchen areas, for sneeze guards, on Formica^® tables and countertops, hand rails and in restrooms.

GYMS:
DMQ is excellent for locker rooms especially the lockers, partitions, gym floors and wrestling mats.

RESTROOMS:
Painted partitions, sinks, seats, dispensers (hand towel, soap, sanitary napkin), chrome fixtures and floors need a film-free product like DMQ.

MOTELS:
DMQ may be used for light duty cleaning on painted woodwork, table tops, Formica^® furniture and to remove fingerprints around light switches and doorways. DMQ is an excellent disinfectant for use on fiberglass shower stalls and ceramic tile walls and floors.

DMQ IS BACTERICIDAL:
When applied at 2 oz. per gallon of water, DMQ is a proven one-step disinfectant in the presence of organic soil. Test Method: AOAC Use-Dilution Test. Method modified per EPA's DIS/TSS-2 for organic soil load.

Test Conditions: 5% blood serum, 10 minute contact time
	Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538		Salmonella choleraesuis ATCC 10708
Sample	Tubes Tested	Tubes Showing Growth	Tubes Tested	Tubes Showing Growth
1 2 3	60 60 60	0 0 0	60 60 60	0 0 0

DMQ kills ***Antibiotic resistant Bacteria: When applied at 2 oz. per gallon in the presence of organic soil, DMQ kills the following antibiotic resistant bacteria. Test Method: AOAC Use-Dilution Test. Method modified per EPA's DIS/TSS-2 for organic soil load.

Test Conditions: 5% blood serum, 10 minute contact time
	Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), ATCC 33592		Vancomycin resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE), ATCC 51299
Sample	Carriers Tested	Carriers Showing Growth	Carriers Tested	Carriers Showing Growth
1 2	10 10	0 0	10 10	0 0

DMQ is **Virucidal: When applied at 2 oz. per gallon of water in the presence of organic soil, DMQ kills the pathogenic viruses HIV-1 (AIDS Virus), HCV (Hepatitis C Virus), HBV (Hepatitis B Virus), Herpes simplex Type 2 and Influenza A3/Hong Kong.

Test Conditions: 5% blood serum, 10 minute contact time
Sample	HIV-1 (AIDS Virus)	Herpes simplex Type 2	Influenza A3/Hong Kong	DHBV Hepatitis B Surrogate	BVDV Hepatitis C Surrogate
1 2	> 3 log reduction > 3 log reduction	> 3 log reduction > 3 log reduction	> 3 log reduction > 3 log reduction	> 3 log reduction > 3 log reduction	> 3 log reduction > 3 log reduction

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Preliminary cleaning is required for heavily soiled areas. DMQ provides 700 ppm of quaternary germicide at use-dilution.
One-Step Cleaning, Deodorizing, and Disinfecting Hard, Non-porous Surfaces:
For one-step cleaning, deodorizing and disinfecting in the presence of 5% organic soil use DMQ at 2 oz. per gallon of water. Apply with a mop, cloth or course spray device. Treated surface must remain wet for 10 minutes. Allow to air dry or wipe off with a clean cloth or paper towel. Prepare fresh solution daily or more often if solution becomes visibly dirty, diluted or soiled. Rinsing of floors is not necessary except before application of a floor finish or polish.

Cleaning, Sanitizing and Deodorizing Hard Non-porous Surfaces:
Use DMQ at 2 oz. per gallon of water. Apply with a mop, cloth or course spray device. Treated surface must remain wet for 30 seconds. Wipe off with a clean cloth or allow to air dry. When used as directed for sanitation this product is effective against Staphylococcus aureus and Enterobacter aerogenes.

Before using this product in food processing areas, all food products and packaging materials must be removed from the room or carefully protected. After use, all food contact surfaces must be thoroughly rinsed with potable water before reuse. Do not use this product to disinfect or clean utensils, glasses, dishes, or cookware.

*KILLS HCV, HBV, AND HIV ON PRE-CLEANED ENVIRONMENTAL SURFACES/OBJECTS PREVIOUSLY SOILED WITH BLOOD/BODY FLUIDS in settings or other settings in which there is an expected likelihood of soiling of inanimate surfaces/objects with blood or body fluids, and in which the surfaces/objects likely to be soiled with blood or body fluids can be associated with the potential for transmission of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), and human immunodeficiency virus Type 1 (HIV-1) (associated with AIDS).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION AGAINST HCV, HBV, AND HIV-1 ON SURFACES OR OBJECTS SOILED WITH BLOOD/BODY FLUIDS:
PERSONAL PROTECTION: Exposure to blood or body fluids should be avoided by use of barrier protection such as latex or other impervious gloves. Face shields and impervious gowns should also be worn if splashing of blood or body fluids may occur.
CLEANING PROCEDURES: Blood and other body fluids must be thoroughly cleaned from surfaces and objects before application of DMQ.
CONTACT TIME: Leave surfaces wet for 10 minutes.
DISPOSAL OF INFECTIOUS MATERIAL: Contaminated cleaning materials, blood and other body fluids should be autoclaved and/or disposed of according to local regulations for infectious waste disposal.


SPECIFICATION DATA:
ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
Alkyl (C₁₄ -50%, C₁₂ -40%, C₁₆ -10%)
dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides................... 4.50%
INERT INGREDIENTS: ....................................... 95.50%
Specific Gravity - 0.995 @ 24^oC/75^oF
Density - 8.30 lbs./gal. @ 24^oC/75^oF
pH (Concentrate) - 5.0-6.0
Miscibility - Complete miscible in all proportions with hot or cold water.
Viscosity - Non-viscous
Color - Yellow
Fragrance - Light citrus
Flash Point - None
Cloud Point - None to boiling
Stability
a. Shelf @ 24^oC/75^oF - One year minimum
b. Freeze/Thaw - three cycles
Formerly authorized for use by the USDA
Kosher certification not required.

PACKAGING:
DMQ is packaged in 330-gallon reusable totes; lithographed HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) 55, 30, and 15-gallon drums; 5-gallon pails; and gallons, four per case. Each gallon is equipped with an approved child resistant closure. Label copy is available in both English and Spanish. Secondary labels are also available.

Be sure to read all Directions, Precautionary and First Aid Statements on product labels before use of this or any Spartan product. If questions remain, consult your employer or a physician. Material Safety Data Sheets for all Spartan products are available from your authorized Spartan distributor or by visiting www.spartanchemical.com.

GUARANTEE:
Spartan's modern manufacturing and laboratory control insure uniform quality. If dissatisfied with performance of product, any unused portion may be returned for credit within one year of the date of manufacture.



©SCC 4/09

PH level:	5.0 - 6.0
Dilution:	2 oz./gal.
DMQ is a neutral disinfectant cleaner concentrate specially designed to clean and disinfect high gloss floors. DMQ provides the answer to user requests for a fast, efficient film-free damp mop cleaner with disinfectant properties. It will not dull, haze or streak high gloss floor finish. DMQ's film-free characteristic plus its germ-killing properties make it especially desirable for the daily damp mopping procedure in ultra high speed floor care programs. Schools, office buildings and other commercial areas where there is a high degree of traffic will particularly appreciate the benefits of a film-free disinfectant damp mop cleaner. Restaurant users will find DMQ an excellent stainless steel cleaner in kitchen areas, for sneeze guards, on formica tables and countertops, hand rails and in restrooms. DMQ is excellent for locker rooms especially the lockers, partitions, gym floors and wrestling mats. Painted partitions, sinks, seats, dispensers (hand towel, soap, sanitary napkin), chrome fixtures and floors need a film-free product like DMQ. DMQ may be used for light duty cleaning on painted woodwork, table tops, formica furniture and to remove fingerprints around light switches and doorways. DMQ is an excellent disinfectant for use on fiberglass shower stalls and ceramic tile walls and floors.