Does diluted dettol expire?

With NO problem for long term storage (at 20-25'C) for the original product, any dilution of it will also be stable. IF you leave it in a hotter environment there may be some breakdown of the compound over time.
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How long can you keep diluted Dettol?

Make sure to discard any diluted Dettol Antiseptic Liquid that you don't use. Only use Dettol Wound Wash Spray once every 24 hours, and for no longer than 5 consecutive days.
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Can I use expired Dettol antiseptic liquid?

Do not use after the expiry date printed on the bottle.
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Can you dilute Dettol with water?

Surface Disinfection: for household grade disinfection, prepare a 1:20 dilution using 20 mL of Dettol Liquid to 400 mL of water.
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Why does Dettol turn white in water?

Answers and Replies

Mixing dettol and water creates an emulsion—a solution where small droplets of the oil are suspended in the water (the comparison to milk is apt as milk is also an emulsion of fats and proteins in water). These emulsions get their color from the scattering of light from the droplets.
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How do you mix Dettol with water?

Antiseptic: Prepare a 1:20 dilution using 20 mL (approximately 1 capful) of Dettol Liquid in 400 mL of water. Liberally cleanse the affected area with diluted Dettol Liquid until the area is wiped clean. Discard any unused mixture.
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Can you mix Dettol and vinegar?

You may assume that combining these two ingredients in the same bottle will boost their cleaning power, but it's more likely to increase your risk of going to the emergency room. In fact, together they're quite potent. “Combining these two cleaning solutions creates peracetic acid,” says Sansoni.
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Can I mix Dettol with hand wash?

Safety Instructions

Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed seek medical advice. Do not mix with detergents or other chemicals.
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Can I mix Dettol with alcohol?

Yes. Subject: Can I mix dettol and alcohol? You can. But you're basically diluting the Iso alcohol with the Dettol by doing so.
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Can Dettol disinfectant be used on skin?

Absolutely. Dettol Liquid Original is an antibacterial product that can be used on skin.
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Can you use expired antiseptic solution?

"It is perfectly safe to use it even after its expiration date, but it is not as effective as it used to be at killing germs," ​​says Dr. Williams. It is not dangerous to use hand sanitizers after the expiration date. An expired disinfectant does not necessarily pose an immediate health risk.
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Does antiseptic solution expire?

products do not expire because of an increase in microorganism growth, rather, the active ingredients in drugs and disinfectants begin to lose potency or degrade over time (1.
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Does disinfectant go out of date?

Disinfectant Sprays and Wipes

Expect about a 12-month lifespan from store-bought disinfectants. This is when the chemical disinfectant may begin to degrade.
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What happens if you use Dettol undiluted?

Topical application of undiluted chloroxylenol can cause skin burning. Symptoms reported include corrosion of the oral mucosa, larynx, and the gastrointestinal tract, bradycardia, hypotension, and renal failure. Large amounts may cause CNS depression.
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Can I soak my feet in Dettol?

Injuries: Blisters, minor cuts and scratches should be cleaned immediately with a mild antiseptic or salty water. Avoid using strong antiseptics such as Dettol. Apply an antiseptic such as Betadine.
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How do you make Dettol Liquid sanitizer?

Dettol hand sanitizer wey, before di coronavirus outbreak, na N500 ($1.5) for 50ml, na im some pipo don see for like N3000 ($9).
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Mix inside bowl:
  1. 2/3 cup 99% isopropyl alcohol.
  2. 1/3 cup aloe vera gel (or glycerol)
  3. 8-10 drops essential oil (like lavender, vanilla, peppermint, grapefruit)
  4. Pour am into hand sanitizer bottle.
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Is Dettol safe to breathe?

The main risk from Dettol poisoning is pulmonary aspiration, leading to pneumonia, adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and/or sudden cardiorespiratory arrest.
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How do you make homemade sanitizer?

How do you make your own hand sanitizer?
  1. 2 parts isopropyl alcohol or ethanol (91–99 percent alcohol)
  2. 1 part aloe vera gel.
  3. a few drops of clove, eucalyptus, peppermint, or other essential oil.
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What can I use instead of Dettol?

Through this article let us discuss top Dettol competitors in antiseptic and soap.
  • Dettol Competitors in Antiseptic.
  • 1) Savlon.
  • 2) Himalaya.
  • 3) Dabur.
  • 4) Boroplus.
  • 5) Germolene.
  • 6) Neosporin.
  • Dettol Competitors in Soap.
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Can I spray Dettol on bed?

Spritz the mattress all over with a fabric refresher like Dettol® Disinfectant Spray. This will ensure that mould and bacteria don't have a chance to latch onto the damp mattress. The Disinfecting Spray will also help remove any residual odours.
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How do you make homemade antibacterial spray?

Antibacterial Cleaner Recipe:

For an antibacterial cleaner, mix together 3 cups of water, ½ cup of white vinegar and 10-15 drops of lavender or tea tree essential oil in a glass spray bottle. Shake to mix. Store with the lid on and use on cutting boards, counter tops, or anywhere that needs a good germ killing!
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Is Dettol a bleach?

Do Dettol products contain bleach? Yes, some Dettol products such as our Mould & Mildew Spray contain bleach. However, most of our products do not contain bleach.
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Can you use Dettol on kitchen surfaces?

Kitchen Surfaces

Spray surfaces with an antibacterial cleaner, like Dettol Kitchen Cleaner Spray*. Wipe down cabinet doors, backsplashes, counters, and walls with a cleaning cloth. Don't forget to clean the crevices such as around the sink and faucet.
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What is difference between Dettol antiseptic and disinfectant?

They kill microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi using chemicals called biocides. Disinfectants are used to kill germs on nonliving surfaces. Antiseptics kill microorganisms on your skin.
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Do cleaning products expire if not opened?

In short: yes, cleaning products can expire. "Like many products purchased at the grocery store, cleaning products can degrade over time," says Brian Sansoni, senior vice president of communications, outreach & membership at the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
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