Is ARMOR on the Biocidal Products List?

One of the most frequently asked questions about disinfectants, especially in the context of the coronavirus epidemic, concerns their effectiveness in eliminating viruses. So how can you be sure a given product is effective in this regard?

The only official source of information

We can't always rely 100% on manufacturers' declarations, as they sometimes decide to introduce a product to the market without prior registration, which should definitely not happen. The only official source we can rely on, and which lists products with a marketing authorization number, is the Biocidal Products List. This database contains all officially approved biocidal products with virucidal properties for use in public places. The Chief Sanitary Inspectorate encourages regular checking of the information contained in this list to ensure that the product we choose is included.

This list is available at: http://bip.urpl.gov.pl/pl/biuletyny-i-wykazy/produkty-biob%C3%B3jcze

What information is included in the Biocidal Products List and is it up to date?

According to the Biocidal Products Act, if they are made available and used in Poland, they are subject to entry in the Register of Biocidal Products. This list is available on the website of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products in the Public Information Bulletin. The Register of Biocidal Products is maintained by the President of the Office, who updates it at least monthly. Importantly, this database includes biocidal products intended for disinfection for both private and public use.

What other information can we find in the Biocidal Products List?

1. name of the biocidal product
2. name and address or name (company) and registered office address of the responsible entity or the holder of the authorisation or parallel trade permit
3. name and surname and address or name (company) and registered office address of the manufacturer of the biocidal product
4. the chemical name of the active substance(s) or other name enabling the identification of the active substance and, where available, its EC number and CAS number as referred to in Part I of Annex VI to Regulation No 1272/2008 and an indication of its content in the biocidal product in metric units
5. product group
6. the formulation of the biocidal product and its intended use
7. the scope and conditions of marketing of a biocidal product or a description of its use
8. type of packaging
9. content of the biocidal product packaging labeling in Polish
10. shelf life of the biocidal product
11. the number of the permit, parallel trade permit or marketing permit and their date of issue and validity period

Source: http://www.urpl.gov.pl/pl/produkty-biob%C3%B3jcze/wykaz-produkt%C3%B3w-biob%C3%B3jczych

 Is ARMOR on the Biocidal Products List?

Of course! Our product is an officially approved biocidal product with virucidal action , listed on the Biocidal Products List as ARMOR hand sanitizer with marketing authorization number 8059/20 . The database also confirms a 70% ethyl alcohol concentration, which guarantees effective disinfection, and provides information on the product's wide range of applications, including households, schools, and industry. By choosing ARMOR, you are also guaranteed to receive a product with a label containing all the required information, such as directions for use and what to do if the product gets into your eyes. With ARMOR, you can feel safe.