Grime STOPPERS® | Frequently Asked Questions

DISCLAIMER:
The pandemic has greatly impacted the perception, use, demand and manufacturing of products that offer sanitizing benefits for both hands (skin) and hard surfaces. As familiar brands became unavailable or limited, new products and manufacturers for these products quickly emerged, bringing skepticism to the marketplace and increased regulation by the FDA & EPA.

EMCO Electric International, the manufacturer of Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes and Hand Sanitizer has been manufacturing quality and dependable products for over 40+ years.

With that being said, we recommend that you always read product labels, whether for use on skin or hard surfaces. Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions about Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes and Instant Hand Sanitizer Gel. Although we have made efforts to clarify our products and their use, you should refer to FDA, CDC, and EPA information regarding your questions about sanitizing and disinfectant products, including those questions regarding COVID-19.

Q. Can Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes be used on surfaces?

A. Customers may elect to use Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes to clean surfaces, tools, and equipment. Not recommended for use on glass, mirrors, plexiglass, granite or other stone countertops, stainless steel, or wood surfaces that are painted, stained or unfinished. Always test a small, hidden area first before using on any surface.

Q. Why are Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes and Instant Hand Sanitizer considered Consumer Antiseptic Hand Rubs?

A. Both Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes and Hand Sanitizer ingredients contain OTCs (Over-the Counter Drugs) listed as Active Ingredients on the product label for the purpose of decreasing bacteria on skin. The products are commonly sold in retail establishments like drug stores directly to the consumer to use when soap and water are not available and are not rinsed off with water. The FDA defines both products as Consumer Antiseptic Rubs for these reasons.

Q. Why are Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes NOT considered a Hard Surface Disinfectant?

A. Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes contain Benzalkonium Chloride and is defined on the product label as an Active Ingredient for the purpose of decreasing bacteria not viruses, on skin not surfaces. Sanitizing or disinfectant cleaners for hard surfaces commonly make claims against killing both bacteria and viruses on a surface and must be registered and follow strict labeling regulated by the EPA.

Q. What ingredients are in Grime STOPPERS® Hand Sanitizers and Hand Wipes?

A. Please reference the product's label for list of ingredients.

Q. Will Grime STOPPERS® Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer make my hands dry?

A. Both Grime STOPPERS® Hand Sanitizers and Hand Wipes contain moisturizers to help prevent hands from drying. See product page and label for list of moisturizers used in each product.

Q. When should I use Grime STOPPERS® Instant Hand Sanitizer and can I use it multiple times per day?

A. According to the CDC, you can use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol, when soap and water are not readily available and are not visibly dirty or greasy multiple times per day. Practice good hand hygiene;

Before, during, and after preparing food
Before eating food
Before and after caring for someone who is sick with vomiting or diarrhea
Before and after treating a cut or wound
After using the toilet
After changing diapers, or cleaning up after a child who has used the bathroom.
After touching an animal, animal feed, or animal waste
After handling pet food or pet treats
After touching garbage
If your hands are visibly dirty or greasy

After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, you should clean your hands by immediately washing your hands with soap or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer to avoid spreading germs.

Learn more by visiting www.cdc.gov/handwashing

Q. What should be done if Grime STOPPERS® Instant Hand Sanitizer Gel is Swallowed?

A. Follow the instructions on the Grime STOPPERS® Hand Sanitizer label. It states that, "If swallowed, get medical help or contact the Poison Control Center right away.

Q. Is it okay to use Grime STOPPERS® Instant Hand Sanitizer or Hand Wipe past the Expiration Date.

A. The Active Ingredients in both the Grime STOPPERS® hand wipes and sanitizers are considered Over-the-Counter Drugs (OTC). All drugs regulated by the FDA require expiration dates. These dates guarantee the effectiveness of the product. Once the expiration date has passed on your Grime STOPPERS® Hand Sanitizer or Hand Wipes, the effectiveness of the product may diminish.

Q. Do Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes kill viruses, including Coronavirus?

A. Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes have the ability to reduce bacteria NOT viruses on skin, including Coronavirus. For more on details on Hand Hygiene, visit the CDC HERE.

Q. Do Grime STOPPERS® Instant Hand Sanitizer kill viruses, including Coronavirus?

A. Grime STOPPERS® Instant Hand Sanitizer have the ability to kill germs on hands. It is still unknown if hand sanitizers kill the Coronavirus. Visit the CDC HERE for more information about Hand Hygiene and the Coronavirus.

Q. Are Grime STOPPERS® Heavy Duty Hand Wipes and Sanitizer registered with the FDA?

A. Yes. Both products are currently registered with the FDA. However, registration and NDC numbers are commonly misunderstood, including public availability. According to the FDA;

Inclusion in the NDC Directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided.

Assignment of an NDC number does not in any way denote FDA approval of the product and is not required to be listed on a product label. Any representation that creates an impression of FDA approval because a product has an NDC number is misleading and violates federal law.

Establishment registration information is generally available to the public with certain exceptions including information that reveals certain business relationships or trade secrets which are kept confidential.

FDA does not distribute documentation or certificates denoting certification.