Table 2 lists common household products that can be contain the appropriate A.I.s for disinfection1. These products thus had been assessed to be effective for the wipe-down disinfection of surfaces against coronaviruses. However, NEA has not received any data to support claims of long-lasting effect of surface coats against coronaviruses.



Both tables will be updated as new data emerge and data from more products are gathered.



NEA would also like to highlight that there has recently been some ultraviolet-C (UVC) sterilisers being marketed for home use against the COVID-19 virus. UV irradiation should only be executed by trained professionals for specific purposes such as in hospitals and laboratories. As UVC radiation can cause injury to the skin (e.g. sunburn) and eye (e.g. inflammation of the cornea), NEA does not recommend the household use of such products. For more information, please refer to the following guidelines/advisory on the use of UVC devices:

1. Safety Guidelines for Use of UVC Devices

2. Advisory on the Use of UVC Sterilisers in the Homes



Important points to note when using disinfectants: