Coronavirus Update on Sani-Cloth Use in Radiology
There are many different colored Sani-Cloth germicidal disposable wipes used in hospitals around the country. Red, green, and purple tops are the most common that I have seen in my career in radiology.
It occurred to me that we should probably find out exactly which Sani-Cloth we should be using when wiping down our radiology equipment.
But don’t call the manufacturer!
Actually, you can’t. They aren’t taking calls. If you visit their Contact Us page, you will get this:
Basically PDI saying “Don’t call us, call a distributor.” But I understand. They have been on the local news showing how their manufacturing plant is working overtime to keep up with demand.
I’d rather they do that than answer a bunch of phone calls.
What color Sani-Cloth work for Covid-19?
As I searched the internet, I was discouraged that there was no announcement on the PDI (maker of Sani-cloth products) website that was clearly visible.
I continued to search and found the answer in their FAQ section.
So for those who want to know what color top Sani-Cloth will be effective against the Coronavirus (Covid-19), here they are (according to the PDI FAQ section:
Super Sani-Cloth® Germicidal Disposable Wipe
(Dark Purple Top)
SKU # Q55172, Q86984, H04082 & U87295 (PDI Link)
Sani-Cloth® Prime Germicidal Disposable Wipe
(Lavender Top)
SKU # P25372, P24284, H06182 & U13195 (PDI Link)
Sani-Cloth® Bleach Germicidal Disposable Wipe
(Dark Orange Top)
SKU # P54072, P25784, P7007P, P700RF, H58195 & U26595 (PDI Link)
Sani-Cloth® AF3 Germicidal Disposable Wipe
(Gray Top)
SKU # P13872, P63884, M8063S80, P1450P, P2450P, H59200 & U27500 (PDI Link)
Sani-Sprays that are approved for Covid-19 include:
Sani-24® Germicidal Spray
SKU # X14109 (PDI Link)
Sani-Prime® Germicidal Spray
SKU # X12309 (PDI Link)
Unfortunately, most of us use the Red and Green tops with an occasional Purple top showing up now and then.
Whether or not those do us any good in use against the coronavirus, I have no idea. But until we get the versions listed above, if there are any left to be purchased, we’ll be using what we have.
Conclusion
Review your local facility policies and ask questions if you have concerns. It is up to us healthcare workers to be educated so that we can inform the public.
Because they will be looking to us for answers.