FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does mean by GERMAGIC MAP-1?
MAP-1 refers to Multilevel Antimicrobial Polymer-1
2. Which certifications does Thyme Coating have?
GERMAGIC is certified by more than 100 authorized international labor tries and designated authorities. List of Certifications:
• Directorate General of Drug Administration (DGDA), Bangladesh
• Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR), Bangladesh
• Microbac Laboratories, USA
• Analytical Lab Group (ALG), USA
• Gold Medal, Geneva Inventions, Switzerland
• TÜV SÜD, Germany
• Eurofins, Luxembourg, Europe
• SGS, Switzerland
• ALS, Australia
• The Hong Kong Standards and Testing Center Limited, Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Certification Centre, Hong Kong
• Sendai Medical Center, Japan
• Super Laboratory, Taiwan
• Guangzhou CAS Test Technical Services Co. Ltd., Hong Kong
• Guangdong Inspection and Quarantine Technology Center, China
• Guangdong Detection Center of Microbiology, China
3. Does it tested against Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2)?
The laboratory test from MICROBAC, USA results show that GERMAGIC™ THYME can inactivate up to 99.9% of actual SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) as per US EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) regulation. US EPA requires all test labs to use actual viruses where's European standard accepts the use of Surrogate viruses (laboratory-based viruses). Except for GERMAGIC, there are no long-term disinfectants available in the market which has truly tested against COVID-19.
4. What are the international standards GERMAGIC follows?
1. ERMAGIC passes the Virucidal Hard Surface Efficient Test against actual SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) from US EPA Approved Laboratory MICROBAC.
2. GERMAGIC received Hong Kong ECO Mark Certificate according to the standard of US FDA 21 CFR 700.13; GB 15979-2002.
3. The manufacturing company follows the terms and conditions of ISO 9001:2015.
4. The manufacturing company follows the terms and conditions against GMP Compliance Certification ISO 22716: 2007.
5. The stability test was conducted with the reference method WS/T 650-2019 from TÜV (Technischer Überwachungsverein), a German safety monitoring agency.
6. Meets the compliance with procedures specified in US FDA Standard 21 CFR Part 11.
7. SUPERLAB Testing Center, Taiwan follows the method refers to USP 43 (2020) <1072> Disinfectants and antiseptics and Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) Z 2801 (2012) Antibacterial products.
5. What are the reasons for the longevity of GERMAGIC MAP-1 on a surface?
The primary ingredients of GERMAGIC MAP-1 are Thyme Oil and Polyethylenimine (PEI). The boiling temperate of Thyme Oil and PEI are respectively 232°C and 250°C. Whenever it uses over any frequently uses surface then there is no chance of evaporation of coating. Polyethylenimine (PEI) is a polymer with a repeating unit composed of the amine group and Carbon & Hydrogen. The bonding capacity is so strong to destroy.
The stability has been tested by TÜV (Germany), Super Lab (Taiwan), The Stability Laboratory (Saudi Arabia) and BCSIR (Bangladesh).
6. Does it only disinfects the virus by releasing disinfectants when touched/does it work when not touched by human contact?
When you spray GERMAGIC products on the surface of the object, GERMAGIC will form a protective film on the surface. This protective film has thousands of microcapsules. The microcapsules will continuously release anti-toxic substances. As long as bacteria and viruses touch the painted surface. Bacteria and viruses will be eliminated. So if the droplets touch these sprayed surfaces after sneezing, this is useful. Our microcapsules will continue to be released for 30 days. As long as bacteria and viruses come into contact, we can work.
7. Is the MAP-1 coating waterproof? Sweat proof?
A soft cloth is recommended to use for wiping, if without using detergent and water. Use water and detergent to clean will make an impact on the effectiveness. Sweat does not remove the coating, and humidity in the living environment does not affect the coating
8. Is the coating safe for human intake?
Our materials are harmless to the human body and the environment but do not drink it directly.
9. What is the time of disinfection for MAP-1?
To destroy viruses and bacteria GERMAGIC MAP-1 works once it comes in contact with the surface, the time varies from 60 seconds to 10 minutes.
10. Is it colorless and odorless?
It is a hint of Thyme. The liquid itself is a light milky white, but it does not produce color on the surface.
11. Is anti-adhesion germicidal as well, how does it work?
GERMAGIC’s anti-adhesion is not germicidal. However, it promotes contact-killing as it prevents the surface from being covered. Anti-adhesion was achieved by selecting special encapsulant material which promotes anti-adhesion during formulation stage.
12. Generally people think that only alcoholic liquid works perfectly against disinfection. What is the strength of GERMAGIC against the misconceptions?
Below features clearly qualify GERMAGIC Coating against any alcoholic disinfection:
1. Thyme essential oil was announced by the US EPA, and it has a certain effect on the new coronavirus.
2. Our core technology is long-lasting, compared with general disinfection products, such as alcohol, it is effective when it is used, but if there is a virus carrier in the next minute, if he comes in contact with you, it will still be infected, so We say that instant products are governance technologies, and long-term products can achieve preventive protection. That need to keep working every second.
3. The formula we use will not harm the human body and the environment, but most of the disinfection products will cause irritation and damage to the skin, such as alcohol. If it is used on the skin for a long time that is no good.
4. Our formula also contains PEI (Polyethylenimine), which can destroy bacteria and virus cells.
Under the action of these two substances, Thyme essential oil, and PEI, can be sterilization. The effect of alcohol is only maybe one minute, it cannot sterilize every minute, every second for long-term
13. Is it WHO-approved?
As per regulation WHO only gives a guideline for disinfectants rather than approving manufacturing companies. GERMAGIC is not very common to other disinfectants (e.g. alcohol, bleach, Sodium Hypochlorite based) available in the market but also their own patent microcapsule sustained release technology give you long-term protection against any kind of viruses and bacteria. For the incredible invention, GERMAGIC received a Gold Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva. GERMAGIC Thyme Coating is the only effective long-lasting disinfect which can efficiently work against Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). According to the regulation of US EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) the laboratory test from MICROBAC, USA results show that GERMAGIC™ THYME can inactivate up to 99.9% of actual SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19).
14. Generally people think that only alcoholic liquid works perfectly against disinfection. What is the strength of GERMAGIC against the misconceptions?
Below features clearly qualifies GERMAGIC Coating against any alcoholic disinfection:
1. Thyme essential oil was announced by the US EPA, and it has a certain effect on the new coronavirus.
2. Our core technology is long-lasting, compared with general disinfection products, such as alcohol, it is effective when it is used, but if there is a virus carrier in the next minute, if he come in contact with you, it will still be infected, so We say that instant products are governance technologies, and long-term products can achieve preventive protection. That needs to keep working every second.
3. The formula we use will not harm the human body and the environment, but most of the disinfection products will cause irritation and damage to the skin, such as alcohol. If it is used on the skin for a long time that is no good.
4. Our formula also contains PEI (Polyethylenimine), which can destroy bacteria and virus cells. Under the action of these two substances, Thyme essential oil and PEI, that can be sterilized. The effect of alcohol is only maybe one minute, it cannot sterilize every minute, every second for long-term
1. Thyme essential oil was announced by the US EPA, and it has a certain effect on the new coronavirus.
2. Our core technology is long-lasting, compared with general disinfection products, such as alcohol, it is effective when it is used, but if there is a virus carrier in the next minute, if he come in contact with you, it will still be infected, so We say that instant products are governance technologies, and long-term products can achieve preventive protection. That needs to keep working every second.
3. The formula we use will not harm the human body and the environment, but most of the disinfection products will cause irritation and damage to the skin, such as alcohol. If it is used on the skin for a long time that is no good.
4. Our formula also contains PEI (Polyethylenimine), which can destroy bacteria and virus cells. Under the action of these two substances, Thyme essential oil and PEI, that can be sterilized. The effect of alcohol is only maybe one minute, it cannot sterilize every minute, every second for long-term
15. Is it approved by US EPA? Do you have any publication?
One of the active ingredients of GERMAGIC is thyme oil, it is in the list of N-approved disinfectants of EPA, and the ingredient thymol is the ingredient inside thyme oil that does the job. According to the regulation of US EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) the laboratory test from MICROBAC, USA results show that GERMAGIC™ THYME can inactivate up to 99.9% of actual SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19).
16. How much Alcohol (%) contains your sanitizer?
GERMAGIC MAP-1 doesn't contain any alcohol. One of the active ingredients of GERMAGIC is thyme oil, it is in the list of N-approved disinfectants of EPA, and the ingredient thymol is the ingredient inside thyme oil that does the job.
17. Is it harmful to the human body?
GERMAGIC MAP-1 passed the tests for safety including skin irritation, inhalation, oral toxicity, an acute eye, material corrosion, non-dangerous identification, no toxic & heavy metal and etc.
18. How does GERMAGIC THYME MAP-1 Works?
GERMAGIC Thyme MAP-1 consists of millions of nano capsules. Each nano capsule is made with a special blend of antimicrobial polymers and is encapsulated with thyme oil. When microbes approach a coated surface the antimicrobial polymers perform physical puncture. Meanwhile, thyme oil is simultaneously released to damage cell membrane thus performing a double-kill action rendering the microbes non-infectious.
Positively charged cationic polymers attract negative charged outer membrane of microorganism and destroy the germs physically, providing surface and control killing. Temperature-sensitive and charged colloidal particles repel the dead and inactivated pathogens that prevent biofilm formations, new colonization, and mutation.
19. Is it approved by BSTI or Health Ministry?
We already received authorization from The Directorate General of Drug Administration (DGDA) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. The sample "GERMAGIC Thyme Coating" showed 30 Days long-term antimicrobial efficiency, the test was conducted by Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR).
20. Where are the GERMAGIC have been using?
GERMAGIC is widely used around the world, even some governments e.g. Malaysia, Hong Kong directly involved in encouraging citizens to use GERMAGIC. GERMAGIC is already used in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, Myanmar, United Kingdom, Brazil, Peru, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Colombia, Paraguay, Panama, Kuwait, Germany, Canada, South Africa, Bangladesh, and many more.
21. If someone spray the GERMAGIC MULTI-PRO 72 Thyme Disinfection Spray over the body, does it make any side effects like allergy, rash, etc.?
If users who are not allergic to thyme itself will not cause allergies and irritation to the skin, we have undergone a skin irritation safety test successfully. If skin irritation occurs, discontinue use, wash with water and seek medical advice`
22. If the spray (72 MULTI-PRO Disinfectant Spary) falls accidentally inside an eye when someone trying to spray over the face, will it cause any injury? If yes, then we need to alert customer with necessary precaution.
Avoid contact with eyes. If contact with eyes, please rinse with water. In fact, we also do an eye irritation test, the result is no irritation, but we still do not recommend contact with eyes.
23. What happens when someone accidentally eats food with the hand which was sprayed with coating?
This will not affect the human body, we have done acute oral toxicity and the result is non-toxic. (But it is necessary to wash hands before eating, because we cannot confirm whether there are other substances on his hands when he feels uncomfortable).
24. How to use GERMAGIC Multi-Pro 72 Disinfectant Spray ?
Spray on hands or body skin at a distance of 15-20 cm, spread evenly until dry. It has a specialized nozzle that emits very limited particles so with a single spray it can be covered by two hands if you rub both hands.
GERMAGIC Multi-Pro 72 Disinfectant Spray will make a coating once it has sprayed on hands. Whenever any viruses/bacteria will come in contact with the hands, it will be eliminated. If you touch any object e.g. mobile, pen, wallet, shopping bag, all stuff will be disinfected.
Similarly, if you spray it on your personal stuff e.g. mobile, pen, bag, wallet, and if you have any viruses/bacteria in your hands then the hands will be disinfected as soon as you touch the sprayed stuff.
GERMAGIC Multi-Pro 72 Disinfectant Spray can be used for different objects, a wide range of uses. (Including clothing, textiles, furniture, kitchen, pet environment, school bags, handbags, mobile phones, computers or keyboards, sporting goods, BB trolleys, toys, doorknobs, toilets, public places, transportation, and other facilities.
Suitable for anyone to use, even children can use it at ease. This is only one proven disinfectant that is safe for children.
25. Is the Germagic Stick-On Filter has HEPA Filter in it also as well as Germagic MAP-1 coating?
GERMAGIC Stick-On Filter is a standard HEPA filter coated with GERMAGIC Coating and the composition is Non-woven fabric, Encapsulated Activated Chlorine Dioxide Coating Solution. GERMAGIC HEPA filter has viral aerosol removal efficiency than that of a blank HEPA filter.
26. Benefits of using FILTER
To use GERMAGIC Stick-On Filter with Air Conditioning unit, will increase the efficiency and longevity of the supplying unit as there is no chance to inject air particles (specially dust particles) inside the system and will not make an effect on the compressor.
27. Isn’t Chlorine dioxide harmful for the human body?
The permissible exposure limit of chlorine dioxide in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), an agency of the United States Department of Labor and American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) specifications is 0.1ppm and the concentration Stick-On Filter emit has been tested for 24 hours. The concentration in the air is less than 0.01ppm, which is more than 10 times lower than the standard value, so it is completely harmless to the human body. Gaseous chlorine dioxide is not easy to exist in the air, unless the concentration is very high which is not good, so in the technical information, the concentration in the space is very low, enough to kill bacteria, but will not harm the human body and the environment.
Chlorine dioxide is listed in List N: Disinfectants for Use against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), the link about showing it is on the approved list of EPA
28. Chlorine Dioxide is a HIGHLY FLAMMABLE and REACTIVE gas and a DANGEROUS FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD. So, is it not harmful for humans and the environment to spread it throughout the room?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), an agency of the United States Department of Labor, has set an 8-hour permissible exposure limit of 0.1 ppm. The concentration in the air is less than 0.01ppm, which is more than 10 times lower than the standard value, so Is completely harmless to the human body.
GERMAGIC has tested report from LAB regarding Identification and Classification for Hazard of Chemical where it has classified as nonexplosive and inappropriate for the flammable category.
29. Chlorine dioxide is toxic greenish yellow gas at room temperature and can burn or severely irritate the skin and eyes. Breathing Chlorine Dioxide can irritate the lungs causing coughing and/or shortness of breath. So will it not be harmful to humans if spread throughout the room?
The permissible exposure limit of chlorine dioxide in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), an agency of the United States Department of Labor and the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) specifications is 0.1ppm and the concentration Stick-On Filter emit has been tested for 24 hours. The concentration in the air is less than 0.01ppm, which is more than 10 times lower than the standard value, so it is completely harmless to the human body. Gaseous chlorine dioxide is not easy to exist in the air unless the concentration is very high which is not good, so in the technical information, the concentration in the space is very low, enough to kill bacteria, but will not harm the human body and the environment.
One of the active ingredient of GERMAGIC Stick-On Filter is Chlorine di-oxide, it is listed in List N: Disinfectants for Use against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), the link about showing it is on the approved list of EPA.
30. How does contact-killing work?
When microbes reaches the surface of the GERMAGIC HEPA filters, they come in contact with GERMAGIC’s contact-killing agents and are eliminated.
31. How does release-killing work?
GERMAGIC encapsulates volatile biocides which are continuously controlled-released into the air. The microbes are eliminated when they come in contact with these volatile biocides in the air.
32. How can you protect the air if AC is not operating for a long time or in an open space?
GERMAGIC Stick-On Filter uses the operation of the central air conditioner or the operation of the air purifier to kill these bacteria while the air flows through the filter. For example, if we install a filter in the circulation port of the office, because the continuous operation of the central air conditioner will pass through the filter, then such air circulation will continue to reduce the bacteria in the space again and again, to reduce the indoor infection rate.
The chlorine dioxide released by the filter itself, will be distributed around the filter. As long as there is air flowing through the Air Conditioning System or Air Circulating System, bacteria and viruses are entrained in the air and pass through this filter, he works every minute and every second. We are advised to circulate the air conditioning or air circulating unit with the optimal temperature (28 degrees in the winter season).