Overview
Virtually every
environment has bacteria and microbes moving around; this also includes the
surface of the human skin. Some of these microbes and bacteria are harmless as
the skin is impervious to their activity. However, some very deadly pathogens
are capable of transmitting diseases to humans. They are known to survive harsh
weather conditions and as such should not be treated with levity.
Thus it is very
essential to keep the environment clean with the use of disinfectants. With the
outbreak of COVID-19, the importance of disinfecting our environment cannot be
overemphasized.
To prevent the spread
of diseases therefore the availability of antiseptic disinfectants will go a
long way. And any smart entrepreneur can cash in on this business venture to
build a business that will impact society positively.
Hospitals, schools,
households, hotels, and offices are potential target markets to focus your
attention on as a producer of this essential commodity.
Antiseptic
disinfectants can be used to clean table surfaces, sterilize your bath, and
treat surface injuries and insect bites.
So in this chapter, the
production of a small sample of antiseptic disinfectants will be detailed. You
will be amazed at the ease with which this very essential product can be produced.
The ingredients are very much available in the market and of course, they are
relatively cheap to get.
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Ingredients/Materials
Phenol (1 cup): It is
colorless, has a sweet odor, and is classified under the alcohol family.
Texapon (1/2 cup): This
facilitates the dissolution of oil oils in water.
Pine oil (1/2 cup): An
antiseptic and disinfectant substance
Isopropyl Alcohol
(I.P.A): Also has an antiseptic effect
Chloroxylenol (1/2
cup): This is the main antiseptic ingredient. As an antibacterial substance, it
kills germs and bacteria. It should be handled with care as it causes skin
irritation.
Castor oil (1/2 cup):
Helps to stabilize phenol and prevents it from returning to its solid state.
Water: The major
solvent component.
Colorant
A bowl
A spatula
Production Process
Step 1
Into a big bowl pour
texapon and then add phenol. Stir gently to dissolve the phenol.
Step 2
Then add the pine oil
and continue to stir.
Step 3
Add in the
chloroxylenol continuously stirring to thoroughly blend in the ingredients.
Step 4
Add in the Isopropyl
Alcohol and stir.
Step 5
Add the castor oil and
stir.
Step 6
At this stage add in
the water and stir to incorporate the whole ingredients properly.
Step 7
Dissolve your preferred
colorant in some want and add to the mixture.
Step 8
Stir properly and allow
it to settle down for a couple of hours and then fill into bottles.
Conclusion
Now you have your
branded antiseptic disinfectant ready for distribution. This is a product made using
raw materials that are readily available and easy to come by.
Note that during
production, ventilation is needed, and make sure to wear hand gloves and a face
mask.
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