Crosstex® Launches RAPICIDE® OPA/28 High-Level Disinfectant

Crosstex^® Launches RAPICIDE^® OPA/28

High-Level Disinfectant

HAUPPAUGE, NY May 17, 2013 – Crosstex International, a leading global provider of infection prevention and control products, has introduced RAPICIDE OPA/28, an ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA) based high level disinfectant for the reprocessing of heat-sensitive semi-critical devices.

 

RAPICIDE OPA/28 is an FDA, 510K cleared product that has a reuse period of 28 days, twice the reuse life of all other OPA based high level disinfectants available on the market with the fastest disinfection time – 10 minutes at room temperature.

Unlike Glutaraldehydes, that are recognized causes of occupational asthma and skin irritations, RAPICIDE OPA/28 has only .55% of the active ingredient so it causes less irritation to the eyes, nose and throat.** Shannon Brinker Pace, CDA, CDD of Contemporary Product Solutions states “I’ve had extensive experience utilizing both OPA and glutaraldehyde for the high-level disinfection of many heat-sensitive semi-critrical accessories that were unsuitable for heat sterilization. In my opinion OPA has proven itself to be just as effective as a high-level disinfectant as glutaraldehyde, but with far less odor and irritation to eyes and

nasal passages.”

“The introduction of RAPICIDE OPA/28 high-level disinfectant clearly demonstrates Crosstex’ ability to develop unique, innovative solutions for both the dental and broader healthcare fields, further solidifying our position as a global leader in the infection prevention and safety market” said Crosstex Senior Vice President Andrew Whitehead.

For further information and/or technical questions please contact Crosstex International Customer Care at 1-888-CROSSTEX or visit us at Crosstex.com. 

**EPA-Reducing Ethylene Oxide and Glutaraledehydes Use – www.epa.gov 

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