How do I know if a disinfectant is Health Canada approved?

Every approved product must have an 8-digit Drug Identification Number (DIN) on the label. This number confirms that the product has been evaluated by Health Canada and is safe and effective for its intended use. All disinfectant products sold at PPE Online include their DIN for your verification.

What is the difference between a medical disinfectant spray and a standard cleaner?

A standard cleaner only removes dirt and organic matter. A medical disinfectant spray contains active chemical agents (like quaternary ammonium or hydrogen peroxide) specifically designed to kill 99.999% of germs, bacteria, and viruses on hard surfaces.

Can I use hospital disinfectant spray on home electronics?

While hospital-grade sprays are powerful, you should check the label for "surface compatibility." For electronics, we recommend alcohol-based sprays (at least 70%) or specialized wipes to prevent moisture damage to sensitive circuits.

Why is "Contact Time" important for disinfectant products?

Contact time (or dwell time) is the amount of time a surface must remain visibly wet for the disinfectant to kill the pathogens listed on its label. Most Health Canada approved disinfectants require between 1 and 5 minutes to be fully effective.

Do you offer bulk disinfectant spray for schools and offices?

Yes, we specialize in bulk disinfectant spray and large-format containers (4L to 20L) to help Canadian institutions maintain high hygiene standards while reducing plastic waste and overall costs.

Disinfectant Sprays & Cleaners Canada

DISINFECTANT SPRAY

Surface disinfectants for clinics, dental offices, long-term care, workplaces and facilities. We carry medical disinfectant spray and bulk disinfectant liquid — Oxivir accelerated hydrogen peroxide products — plus refillable spray bottles.

Hard-surface disinfectants sold in Canada carry a Health Canada registration number on the label — a Drug Identification Number (DIN) or, for products moved under the biocides rules, a biocide registration number. Check the label for that number, what the product is labelled to kill, the contact time and the surfaces it can be used on.

Choosing a disinfectant

Three things matter most:

Contact time: How long the surface must stay wet. Oxivir TB is labelled for a one-minute contact time, which is easier for staff to follow between patients.

Format: Ready-to-use spray for daily wipe-downs, or a 5-gallon pail to refill spray bottles and lower the cost per litre.

Surfaces: Use each product only on the surfaces its label lists.

Hospital disinfectant spray for clinics

For healthcare and dental settings, a short contact time keeps room turnover simple. Follow the label directions and your facility's infection-control procedures.

Bulk disinfectant for facilities

Buying the pail with spray bottles is the low-waste way to stock several rooms or sites. Contact us for case and facility orders.