Description Virkon S Disinfectant is DEFRA Approved Disinfectant. Used for livestock & poultry disease prevention and control. Virkon S is now marketed as Lanxess (formerly known as DuPont) and prevents the spread of diseases such as foot & mouth, bird flu and other agricultural based infections. This product’s formidable performance has been validated against more than 500 strains of viruses, positioning it as a ground-breaking solution for farm biosecurity. It serves as a robust defence, safeguarding farm animals from harmful bacteria and pathogens. Trusted by farmers, veterinary hospitals, livestock producers, and various other industries, it delivers unmatched effectiveness as a disinfectant Virkon S comes in a re-sealable container and is a pink powder that once added to water makes a disinfectant solution. Virkon S Disinfectant Benefits: Defra approved Outstanding virucidal properties Suitable for organic farming Ideal foot dip disinfectant Used to disinfect surfaces, equipment and water systems No need for disinfectant rotation Not classified as hazardous for transport Surface disinfection: Routine disinfection for all surfaces, earth, wood, and concrete. Use a 1:100 dilution (10g of Virkon S for every litre of water). Apply via a pressure washer or other mechanical sprayer. Apply Virkon S solution at an application rate of 300ml/m2. Equipment disinfection: Routine cleaning and disinfection of movable farm equipment. Use a 1:100 dilution (10g of Virkon S for every litre of water). Apply using a brush or pressure washer. Wash all equipment in Virkon S solution until visibly clean. Water system: Terminal disinfection 1:100 to 1:200. Continuous disinfection 1:1000. Foot dips: Routine disinfection of footwear. Use a 1:100 dilution (10g of Virkon S for every litre of water). Replace solution once it has either become soiled or after 4-5 days. Did you know that DuPont Virkon S has been re-branded to Lanxess Virkon S? Don’t worry, everything is the same apart from the label.
