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  • Hand Sanitizers
    Hand Sanitizers
    Preparations used as alternatives or supplements to hand washing with soap and water to destroy microorganisms and prevent transmission of pathogens. The active ingredient may...<br/>Year introduced: 2014
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  • Sterilization
    Sterilization
    The destroying of all forms of life, especially microorganisms, by heat, chemical, or other means.<br/>
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  • Disinfection
    Disinfection
    Rendering pathogens harmless through the use of heat, antiseptics, antibacterial agents, etc.<br/>Year introduced: 1991(1975)1963-1966
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