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When Chemicals Go Bad

In their original packaging, SuperSteam’s chemicals can be safely stored for 1 year from the date of
manufacture without turning bad because our factory follows a strict ISO 22000 process of using
sterilised water and a strict hygiene regimen.

Why then do handsoaps and floor cleaners spoil? In most cases releasing an unmistakeable foul odour
which is caused by contamination.

TIPS

Examples of Contamination

Handsoaps Floor Cleaners

Contamination in handsoap dispensers happens By pre-diluting floor cleaners for storage with
when the containers are not washed properly. ordinary tap water, we risk contaminating the
Any contaminant that enters (water or dirt) will container and contents. Unsterilised tap water
remain inside and then bacteria grows. It may contains bacteria and these bacteria will breed in
take weeks or months before the handsoap turns the used containers, especially if kept unused for
foul. some time.

What to Do When the Container is Contaminated?

 Pour away the contaminated chemicals

 Thoroughly wash (preferably with hot water) and dry the container Cleaning Chemicals

 The interior of the container must be totally dry

 Handsoap containers to be washed and dried at regular intervals, at

least once every quarter

 Do not pre-dilute original chemicals for storage or distribution

 Remember to wash the mops and mop buckets and keep the cleaning

tools clean and dry TIPS Mouldy Container

 Check containers and tubes for mould growth Use Handsoap Dispenser

Cleaner (411) to clean

contaminated dispenser

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