Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

Hospital-grade disinfectant actives. Effective, but corrosive and toxic to pets until fully diluted and dried.

Also known as: quats, n-alkyl dimethyl ethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides, alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinate, alkyl (50% c14, 40% c12, 10% c16) dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, quaternary ammonium compounds, n-alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides

Puppy Safety

3.0

Adult Dog Safety

4.0

Paw Safety

3.0

Respiratory Safety

4.0

Licking Risk

2.0

Environmental

4.0

Ingredient Transparency

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Cleaning Performance

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What this means for your dog

Plain-language read of the sub-scores above.

Around puppiesExtra care recommended around puppies. Consider a gentler alternative or keep puppies away until surfaces are fully dry.
Around pawsHigher potential for paw irritation. Rinse thoroughly and consider a paw wipe after contact.
If lickedDo not let dogs lick treated surfaces. Rinse well and store securely; call your vet or poison line if ingested.
In the airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

disinfectant

Found in these product types

Disinfectants

11 products contain Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

4.9

Wipes

7 products contain Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

5.1

Kitchen Cleaners

3 products contain Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

4.0

Bathroom Cleaners

1 product contain Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

2.5

Products containing Quaternary Ammonium Chlorides

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lemon Breeze

2.4

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Early Morning Breeze®

2.4

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY Fabric Sanitizer - Garden After the Rain

2.2

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Brand New Day™ Lavender & Cotton Blossom 6/75 ct

3.9

LOONA · Disinfectants

LOONA Ster-San PV Disinfectant 4 L / 135 oz (concentrated 6.6:1)

1.4

LOONA · Disinfectants

LOONA Ster-San PV RTU Disinfectant 1 L / 34 oz (ready to use)

1.2

Lysol · Disinfectants

Lysol Disinfectant Spray (Original)

4.1

LOONA · Disinfectants

LOONA Ster-San Disinfectant 4 L / 135 oz (super concentrated 115:1)

1.4

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Lysol On the GoTM - Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Sun-Kissed Linen

3.3

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Apple Blossoms

4.0

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® KITCHEN PROTM - Power Degreaser

3.3

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Spring Waterfall

2.4

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Crisp Linen

5.1

Scrubbing Bubbles · Bathroom Cleaners

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Grime Fighter

2.5

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® LAUNDRY DISINFECTANT - Crisp Linen

4.9

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - 3pk Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Crisp Linen

2.4

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Lavender

3.9

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lysol On the GoTM - Crisp Linen

2.8

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Brand New DayTM Mango & Hibiscus 3/(2x110) ct

4.3

CleanWise provides educational information to help dog owners make informed household choices. Scores are based upon ingredient transparency, intended use and currently available information. Individual dogs may have different sensitivities. Always follow manufacturer instructions.