Tag #Quaternary Ammonium Compounds

What are the immediate health and environmental consequences of the increased use of disinfectant wipes containing QACs?

The surging demand for disinfectant wipes during the COVID-19 pandemic, reaching \$3.72 billion in North America in 2023, is now raising health concerns. A study by 22 scientists linked common antimicrobial chemicals in wipes, quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs), to various health harms, including reproductive, developmental, respiratory, skin, and neurological issues. This is coupled with the fact that the CDC recommends cleaning with soap and water is sufficient to remove most germs.