You will need:
Ethanol
Glycerin
Hydrogen peroxide
Aloe gel
Fragrance oil
Procedure
1. Pour the Ethanol into a 200ml capacity clean bottle
2. Add glycerin and mix thoroughly
3. Add hydrogen peroxide and mix
4. Add gel and shake vigorously till a clear mixture is observed.
5. Add a drop of fragrance oil if desired.
6. Place the lid on as quickly as possible to prevent evaporation
7. Mix the solution gently
8. Immediately divide up the solution into the small bottles, and place them in quarantine for 72 hours. This allows any spores present in the alcohol or bottles to be destroyed. Keep the solutions in a cool room.
General Tips
*Some fragrance oils and essential oils have a color of their own, so add them before you add the colorant. Liquid food colors work perfectly.
* If you are allergic to odors use a nose mask
* Use protective hand gloves on both hands
*When you want to prepare a large volume like say 50 liters, use 50.5 litres instead to avoid overspill.
*Measure the recipes accurately to avoid production errors.
* Dissolve the ingredients well to avoid lumps in the final product
* Chemical salts look similar, so label all salt recipes to avoid misplacement during production
* Know the difference between water-based color and oil-based color
Sanitizer Tips
*If you use BBittrex for denaturing, the changes to apparent proof caused by isopropanol will not be a concern for you.
*Ensure a separate bin is available for hydrogen peroxide waste items.HDPE is fine for hydrogen peroxide and is easy enough to find.
*Glycerine being much denser than ethyl will have an obscuring on the proof
*I would highly recommend trying to stick to the straight and narrow and leave out gels, aromatics, magnetic moon dust, gold leaf, or psychic healing crystals which are not in the WHO recipe. Aloe and gels coat the skin and form a barrier that prevents the alcohol from killing a virus before it evaporates Gel formulas will work for killing bacteria but are not approved for viruses.
FAQ
Question- Can I use methanol in my hand sanitizer?
Answer- No.M ethanol and 1-propanol are not acceptable ingredients by the FDA for hand sanitizers because of their toxic effects. It has been found that 81% of ethanol can cause blindness and death if ingested. It also causes dehydration which can result in dermatitis.
Question- Is it safe to touch food after sanitizing my hands?
Answer- No, it's not safe. You have to wash your hands with soap and water before handling food.
Question- Can I wash eatables with a sanitizer?
Answer- No, there is no evidence that sanitizers can kill viruses on vegetables and fruits. They are not recommended for fruits and vegetables.
Question- What percentage of ethanol is used in alcohol-based hand sanitizers?
The FDA recommends a Concentration of 60% to 95 ethanol or isopropyl alcohol for alcohol-based sanitizers.
Question- Is my hand sanitizer effective against COVID-19?
Answer- To prevent the spread of infection and risks of getting sick, it's best practice to wash your hands with plain soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Check the label of your hand sanitizer before buying. An antiviral alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing over 60% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol without gel is the most effective against COVID-19.
Question- Where can I store my Sanitizer?
Answer- They are usually stored out of reach of children.it's stored below 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
Question- Can a hand sanitizer catch fire?
Answer- Yes. Alcohol-based types are inflammable and are stored away from all sources of heat or flame. Before continuing any activity that involves heat or flame, let the hand sanitizer on the hands dry completely.
Question- Why is my sanitizer harsh on my skin?
Answer- It probably doesn't contain enough hydrating agents. Look for hand sanitizers with hydrating ingredients including aloe vera which is less harsh but less effective in killing viruses.
Question- Is the expiry date on my hand sanitizer label important?
Answer-Yes of course, it becomes less effective beyond its expiry date. The alcohol content can evaporate over time and once it drops below 60% alcohol, it won't be as effective in killing germs.
Question- How long do those hand sanitizers take to expire?
Answer-Hand sanitizers produced under the temporary policies for hand sanitizer production and compounding may not have an expiration date listed because they are expected to be used during this public health. Hand sanitizers usually expire within three years after their Manufacture date.
Question- What is the function of glycerol in hand sanitizers?
Answer- Glycerol is used as humectants or emollients to increase the acceptability of the product. They are miscible in water and alcohol and don't add to toxicity or promote allergy.
Question- What is the function of hydrogen peroxide in a hand sanitizer?
Answer- Hydrogen peroxide is used to eliminate/ inactive contaminating bacteria spores in the bulk solutions and recipients.
Question- Can I add color to my sanitizer?
Answer- No, adding colorants is optional. It is usually added to allow differentiation from other fluids.
Question- Can I add perfume to my hand sanitizer?
Answer- The addition of perfumes is not recommended because of the risk of allergic reactions.
Question- Is Glycerol safe to use?
Answer- Yes, it's safe and inexpensive.
Question- Why is my sanitizer sticky?
Answer- The percentage of glycerol added to your sanitizer is probably much. Lowering this quantity would reduce stickiness.
Question- Is aloe vera gel safe to use in my hand sanitizer?
Answer- Yes it's safe but because they are gelling agents, could increase production difficulties and costs, and may compromise antimicrobial efficacy.
Question- How do I label my sanitizer?
Answer- All containers are labeled by the national and international guidelines.
Question- What production equipment do I need?
Answer- You would need plastics, stainless steel, and glass containers, and mixers.
Question- Is it necessary to wash my new plastic sanitizer containers?
Answer- Yes. It will help eliminate residual liquid. Wash them thoroughly with detergent and tap water.
Question- How do I wash my heat-resistant containers?
Answer- Thermally disinfect bottles to dry completely upside-down in a bottle rack. Dry bottles should be closed with a lid and stored protected from dust, until ready to use.
Question- Can I reuse my leakage-free bottles?
Answer- it's not recommended to reuse to avoid contamination with spore-forming organisms. But if you must reuse, the bottles should never be filled until they have been completely emptied and then cleansed and disinfected.
Question- Why is the color of my hand sanitizer not stable?
Answer- Hydrogen peroxide in the formulation of your sanitizer tends to fade any coloring agent used.
Question- How do I dispose of my used sanitizer containers?
Answer: They should be rinsed out with cold water before disposal to reduce the risk of fire.
Question- How do I deal with spillage?
Answer- Once there is spillage of hand sanitizer, switch off all thermal points. Then absorb the spillage by dry sand and dispose of it in a chemical waste container.
Question- Why do I have particles in my sanitizer?
Answer- Particles in a hand sanitizer could mean contamination by microbes or undissolved ingredients or even the use of low-grade ingredients in the production process.
Question- Can I use tap water in place of distilled water for making my hand sanitizer?
Answer- No, unless it's boiled and cooled water.
Question- Why is my sanitizer cloudy?
Answer- A sanitizer can become cloudy when it has been exposed to air.
Question- What do I do if I'm allergic to hand sanitizer?
Answer- The best thing to do is call your doctor and report your experience with the use of hand sanitizer to FDAs with the product name, manufacturer, and lot. Number included.
Answer-To test the efficacy of a hand sanitizer the following analysis is made:
Ph, specific gravity, viscosity, ethanol content, moisture content, other active ingredients, ability to kill microorganisms and their spores.
Question- How can I test the alcohol content in hand sanitizer?
Answer- Alcohol content in a hand sanitizer is measured with a hydrometer.
Question: Why add salt to bleach?
Answer- Bleach is a mixture of sodium chloride, sodium hypochlorite, soda ash, and caustic soda. The salt in bleach acts as a thickening agent to avoid splashing when poured.
Question- What can we do with the bleach sediments?
Answer- Sun-dried bleach sediments can be used in detergent powder making.
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