Refer to the product label and the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Antimicrobial action
At the concentrations given this product has achieved a > log4-6 (10,000 to1,000,000 times) reduction in microbial counts against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria; fungi and yeasts, enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, and spores.
Toxicology
Studies were carried out in accordance with the test requirements as specified by the EPA. Oral toxicity (rats) > 500,000mg/kg, category. IV. Dermal toxicity (rats) - > 1,250,000mg/kg, category, IV. Eye irritation (rabbits) - causes no eye irritation, category. IV. Dermal irritation (guinea pigs) - causes no dermal irritation, category. IV. Skin sensitization (guinea pigs) - no skin sensitization. Inhalation toxicity (rats) - LC50 value > 2mg/litre, category. IV.
Residues (Avian model)
A 35 day trial using day old broiler chicks restricted to treated drinking water (1:250 of F10SC) showed no residues in tissues of breast, thigh meat, liver or kidney.
Stability
Shelf life of an unopened pack is 4 years from the date of manufacture. Diluted solutions will remain stable for at least a 3 month period in an air tight container.