Virkon S Disinfectant - 50g Sachet
Virkon™ S is the breakthrough disinfectant formulation that defines on farm biosecurity. With powerful, proven performance against over 500 strains of viruses, bacteria and fungi including Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), Avian Influenza, Salmonella and Campylobacter, Virkon™ S is selected by governments worldwide for Emergency Disease Control.
Leading the way forward in best practice biosecurity programmes, Virkon™ S provides a wide range of applications to commercial livestock producers, veterinary hospitals and farmers.
Ideal for dairy equipment including calf feeders, calf sheds, vehicles and any other hard surface that requires high grade disinfectant.
The famous "pink powder formulation" offers the flexible, fast-acting, convenient, one-stop disinfection package for:
- Surfaces
- Equipment
- Vehicles
- Aerial disinfection
- Water delivery systems
Surface and Farm Equipment Disinfection
Surface Disinfection
The level of disease-causing organisms present after basic cleaning can remain high enough to offer a serious disease challenge to livestock. Using a proven disinfectant such as Virkon™ S against viruses, bacteria, fungi, and moulds is essential.
Surface Disinfection |
Dilution Rate |
Application |
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Routine Disinfection for all surfaces, earth, wood, and concrete |
1:100 |
Using a pressure washer or other mechanical sprayer, apply Virkon™ S solution at an application rate of 300 ml/m2 |
Surface Application Usage Chart
To estimate the total surface area to be disinfected, including walls and ceilings, multiply the total floor area by 2.5.
Surface Area to be Disinfected |
Volume of Water Required |
Quantity of Virkon S Required |
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50 m2 |
50 litres |
150 g |
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100 m2 |
30 litres |
300 g |
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500 m2 |
150 litres |
1.5 kg |
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1000 m2 |
300 litres |
3 kg |
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2500 m2 |
750 litres |
7.5 kg |
- Decide on the volume of disinfectant solution required at the appropriated dilution rate.
- Measure out the appropriate quantity of Virkon™ S powder to achieve the desired dilution rate.
- Add the Virkon™ S powder to the water and stir thoroughly to dissolve.
- Using a pressure washer or other mechanical sprayer, apply Virkon™ S solution at an application rate of 300ml/m2.
Farm Equipment Disinfection
All farm equipment must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to use or transfer between sites to remove any potential disease-causing organisms and cross contamination.
Farm Equipment Disinfection |
Dilution Rate |
Application |
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Routine cleaning and disinfection of movable farm equipment |
1:100 |
Using a brush or pressure washer, wash all equipment in Virkon™ S solution until visibly clean |
The specified uses and registered claims for Virkon™ S may vary from country to country. Please contact LANXESS directly to verify country-specific approved usages.