Virkon S Disinfectant is a broad spectrum veterinary disinfectant suitable for organic farming, that kills bacteria strains, most viruses, numerous pathogens, and different fungi with no evidence of resistance. It prevents diseases in poultry, bird flu, swine vesicular disease, foot and mouth disease, and many other diseases.
Facts about Virkon S Disinfectant
What is in Virkon S Disinfectant?
"Virkon S is a balanced, stabilized blend of peroxygen compounds, surfactant, organic acids and inorganic buffer" (1).
Facts about Virkon® S Disinfectant
Is suitable for organic farming
Can be used as a foot dip for boots used in poultry houses
Can be misted in the presence of animals at a dilution rate of 1:200 (0.5%).
Can be used to disinfect surfaces, equipment and water systems
No need for disinfectant rotation
Not classified as hazardous for transport (2)
" The only branded disinfectant referred to in the prestigious AUSVETPLAN as, “Virkon® S is a modern disinfectant with outstanding virucidal properties” Approved by Governments worldwide to combat major diseases such as Avian Influenza, Newcastle Disease and more Biosecurity in a single pack – a highly convenient multi-purpose biosecurity system all in one pack for, surfaces, equipment, vehicles, aerial disinfection and water delivery systems"
"Virkon S is a balanced, stabilized blend of peroxygen compounds, surfactant, organic acids and inorganic buffer" (1).
Facts about Virkon® S Disinfectant
Is suitable for organic farming
Can be used as a foot dip for boots used in poultry houses
Can be misted in the presence of animals at a dilution rate of 1:200 (0.5%).
Can be used to disinfect surfaces, equipment and water systems
No need for disinfectant rotation
Not classified as hazardous for transport (2)
" The only branded disinfectant referred to in the prestigious AUSVETPLAN as, “Virkon® S is a modern disinfectant with outstanding virucidal properties” Approved by Governments worldwide to combat major diseases such as Avian Influenza, Newcastle Disease and more Biosecurity in a single pack – a highly convenient multi-purpose biosecurity system all in one pack for, surfaces, equipment, vehicles, aerial disinfection and water delivery systems"
Virkon S Disinfectant Controls The Following Virus & Bacteria in Poultry
Viruses of Newcastle Disease
Avian Laryngotracheitis
Avian Influenza
Bacteria of Streptococcus pyogenes
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Escherichia coli
Salmonella typhimurium
Salmonella chloeraesuis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Staphylococcus aureus
Staphylococcus epidermidis
Mycoplasma gallisepticum
Not approved in California for use against the following organisms:
Viruses of Infectious Bursal Disease
Infectious Bronchitis Virus
Marek's Disease
Egg Drop Syndrome
Turkey Herpes Virus
Duck Viral Enteritis
FUNGI (molds and yeasts)
Aspergillus flavus
Fungi of Aspergillus fumigatus
Bacteria of Bordetella avium
Helicobacter pylori (EPA, 2018).
Avian Laryngotracheitis
Avian Influenza
Bacteria of Streptococcus pyogenes
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Escherichia coli
Salmonella typhimurium
Salmonella chloeraesuis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Staphylococcus aureus
Staphylococcus epidermidis
Mycoplasma gallisepticum
Not approved in California for use against the following organisms:
Viruses of Infectious Bursal Disease
Infectious Bronchitis Virus
Marek's Disease
Egg Drop Syndrome
Turkey Herpes Virus
Duck Viral Enteritis
FUNGI (molds and yeasts)
Aspergillus flavus
Fungi of Aspergillus fumigatus
Bacteria of Bordetella avium
Helicobacter pylori (EPA, 2018).
Virkon S Disinfectant General Instructions for Safe use on poultry & Farm Premises
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommendations for use of Virkon S Disinfectant:
Step 1: Remove all poultry or other animals and feeds from premises, trucks or other vehicles, coops, crates or other enclosures.
Step 2: Remove all litter droppings and manure from floors, walls and surfaces of bams, pens, nest boxes, stalls, chutes and other facilities and fixtures occupied or traversed by poultry or other animals.
Step 3: Empty all troughs, racks, and other feeding and watering appliances.
Step 4: Thoroughly clean all surfaces with soap or detergent and rinse with water.
Step 5: Saturate surfaces with the recommended disinfecting solution for a period of 10 minutes.
Step 6: Immerse all halters, ropes, and other types of equipment used in handling and restraining animals, as well as forks, shovels, and scrapers used for removing litter and manure.
Step 7: Ventilate buildings, cars, boats, coops, and other closed spaces. (Do not house poultry or livestock or employ equipment until treatment has been absorbed, set, or dried).
Step 8: Thoroughly scrub treated feed racks, mangers, troughs, automatic feeders, fountains, and waterers with soap or detergent, and rinse with potable water before reuse (EPA, 2018).
Step 1: Remove all poultry or other animals and feeds from premises, trucks or other vehicles, coops, crates or other enclosures.
Step 2: Remove all litter droppings and manure from floors, walls and surfaces of bams, pens, nest boxes, stalls, chutes and other facilities and fixtures occupied or traversed by poultry or other animals.
Step 3: Empty all troughs, racks, and other feeding and watering appliances.
Step 4: Thoroughly clean all surfaces with soap or detergent and rinse with water.
Step 5: Saturate surfaces with the recommended disinfecting solution for a period of 10 minutes.
Step 6: Immerse all halters, ropes, and other types of equipment used in handling and restraining animals, as well as forks, shovels, and scrapers used for removing litter and manure.
Step 7: Ventilate buildings, cars, boats, coops, and other closed spaces. (Do not house poultry or livestock or employ equipment until treatment has been absorbed, set, or dried).
Step 8: Thoroughly scrub treated feed racks, mangers, troughs, automatic feeders, fountains, and waterers with soap or detergent, and rinse with potable water before reuse (EPA, 2018).
Virkon S at 1% Solution Can Be used in Hatcheries, Housing, Air Sanitizing & In Processing Plants
HATCHERIES: "Virkon® S at 1 % solution can be used for cleaning and disinfecting hatchers, setters, evaporative coolers, humidifying systems, ceiling fans, chicken houses, transfer trucks, trays, and plastic chick boxes. Virkon® S at 1-2% solution is recommended for use in fogging (wet misting) operations as a supplemental measure, either before or after regular cleaning and disinfecting procedures. Fog (wet mist)'until the area is moist using automatic fogger's according to manufacturer's use directions. BROILER/BREEDER HOUSES: Follow General Instructions to remove poultry and pre-clean area to be treated. Spray floors and walls with Virkon® S at 1 % solution. Thoroughly wash waterers and feeders with a 1 % solution of Virkon® S. After contact for lO minutes, rinse with water. Do not house poultry or use equipment until treatment has dried.
FOR AIR SANITIZING (Not approved for this use in California): Use Virkon® S at 0.5-1 % solution, and fog until surfaces are moist. Allow at least 2 hours before entering treated area. Rinse foggers and sprayers with water following use.
PROCESSING PLANTS: Spray Virkon® S at 1 % solution to disinfect and clean walls, ceilings and floors" (EPA, 2018).
Warning: It is a violation of Federal law to use this product inconsistent with its labeling
For more information about using Virkon S Disinfectant 1% in Green houses or on other livestock and to view the dilution chart. Go here: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/071654-00006-20060719.pdf or click Learn more...
FOR AIR SANITIZING (Not approved for this use in California): Use Virkon® S at 0.5-1 % solution, and fog until surfaces are moist. Allow at least 2 hours before entering treated area. Rinse foggers and sprayers with water following use.
PROCESSING PLANTS: Spray Virkon® S at 1 % solution to disinfect and clean walls, ceilings and floors" (EPA, 2018).
Warning: It is a violation of Federal law to use this product inconsistent with its labeling
For more information about using Virkon S Disinfectant 1% in Green houses or on other livestock and to view the dilution chart. Go here: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/071654-00006-20060719.pdf or click Learn more...
Origin of VIRKON S DISINFECTANT
"When Virkon® S was launched in 1986, it was the most advanced farm disinfectant for its time. It was one of the first oxidative disinfectants to be used on the farm and continues to lead the way in poultry biosecurity, having been deployed successfully against 500 disease-causing pathogens. For over 25 years, Virkon® S has set new benchmarks in many important aspects of biosecurity, from improved handling and operator safety profiles, to proven on-farm efficacy, and application flexibility. Add to this the excellent stability and long shelf-life of the powderbased formulation, and it is easy to see why governments the world over keep stocks of Virkon® S for emergency disease control purposes. Virkon® S was originally developed by Antec International to specifically address the practical biosecurity requirements of modern-day farming and livestock production. Having correctly identified that viruses would become the greatest threat to livestock health, Virkon® S’ formulation utilised the powerful capabilities of peroxygen-based chemistry to provide a new broad spectrum of efficacy with specific focus against viral disease-causing pathogens (Zoovetec, 2018)". Read more...
Environmental Profile VIRKON S DISINFECTANT
"The Virkon® S oxygen-based chemistry contains simple organic salts and organic acids and the active ingredient decomposes by a variety of routes within the environment, in soil and water, breaking down to form the naturally occurring substances, potassium salts and oxygen. The major organic components are classified as readily biodegradable according to OECD and EU tests. Virkon® S is not classified as R53* and is not persistent in the environment, according to the standard European process for the classification and labelling of chemical preparations. Independent studies have shown that diluted Virkon® S should not, when used as directed, pose any threat to sewage treatment facilities (Zoovetec, 2018)".
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2. Virkon S Disinfectant 10kg. (2018). Dodd's Farm Services & Supplies. Retrieved 9 March 2018, from https://www.doddsfarmservices.co.uk/ourshop/prod_6303123-Virkon-S-Disinfectant-10kg.html
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4. (2018). Zoovet.ee. Retrieved 9 March 2018, from http://www.zoovet.ee/product/docs/6250803272.pdf
