Yes. Ethades and Ethades+ have been tested according to the European standard EN14476 for enveloped viruses and meet the requirements of this standard. The hantavirus belongs to this category of viruses.
We receive this question regularly from customers. In this article we explain what the EN14476 standard means and what it says about the effectiveness of Ethades and Ethades+.
Watch the video
In the video below, we explain briefly how the effectiveness of disinfectants against enveloped viruses is assessed and why the European standard EN14476 plays an important role in this context.
Activity against encapsulated viruses
Within Europe, manufacturers must not simply claim that a disinfectant is effective against viruses. Such claims must be substantiated by independent laboratory tests in accordance with established European standards.
For enveloped viruses the standard is EN14476 used. Both Ethades as Ethades+ they have been tested according to this standard and meet the requirements for this virus category.
Why is the Vaccinia virus used?
During the EN14476 test, the Vaccinia virus Used as a model virus. This virus is internationally recognized as representative of enveloped viruses.
When a disinfectant proves effective against the Vaccinia virus, efficacy against encapsulated viruses may be claimed in accordance with European guidelines.
This group includes, among others:
- Coronaviruses
- Hantaviruses
- Ebola viruses
Is Ethades effective against the hantavirus?
Because the hantavirus is an enveloped virus and Ethades and Ethades+ comply with the EN14476 standard for enveloped viruses, the efficacy against this virus category has been demonstrated according to the applicable European testing methodology.
Correct use of hand sanitizer
For optimal protection, proper use of hand sanitizer is important:
- Use 3 ml of product (about 1.5 ml per hand).
- Rub the product in carefully for at least 30 seconds.
- Pay attention to the fingertips, thumbs, and the spaces between the fingers.
- Let the product dry completely.
Always check the admission number
Always check whether a disinfectant has a valid permit or registration. These are recognizable by:
- N-registration
- NL registration
- EU registration
This way you know that the product has been evaluated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ethades effective against the hantavirus?
Yes. Ethades meets the EN14476 standard for enveloped viruses. The hantavirus belongs to this virus group.
What is EN14476?
EN14476 is the European standard for demonstrating the virus-killing effect of disinfectants.
Why is the Vaccinia virus used?
Vaccinia virus is the official model virus for demonstrating efficacy against enveloped viruses.
Choose certainty based on facts
When choosing a disinfectant, it is important to look at proven efficacy, test results, and valid registrations.
Ethades and Ethades+ have been tested according to EN14476 for enveloped viruses. This means that you are choosing a disinfectant whose efficacy has been proven according to standardized European testing methods.