This week’s publication of a peer-reviewed paper (with authors from 14 universities, four government agencies, and several NGOs) about quaternary ammonium compounds suggests that the harms of QACs may outweigh their benefits. 

Here's a snapshot:

Concerns about unnecessary use of a common class of antimicrobial chemicals used in disinfectants reinforce recommendations to opt for soap and water or safer products.

Quaternary ammonium compounds, or QACs, are increasingly marketed and used in homes, schools and workplaces with limited evidence for their appropriateness or safety.

These chemicals can be found in common disinfectant solutions, wipes, hand sanitisers, sprays and even foggers.

(Products most households and families use daily).

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