A disinfectant used on non-porous, multi-use salon implements in California must, at minimum, be:
Explanation
California requires that disinfectants used on non-porous multi-use salon tools between clients be EPA-registered and labeled as hospital-grade, meaning effective against bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and additionally tuberculocidal as a proxy for activity against tough bloodborne pathogens. The product must be used at the label dilution and for the full label contact time. This standard is set under CCR Title 16 §979 and reinforced in BBC inspection practice. Household vinegar (option B) is not EPA-registered as a hospital-grade disinfectant. Plain boiling water (option C) is not disinfection as defined for salons. Perfume or hairspray (option D) is not a registered disinfectant and contains additives that interfere with surface contact.
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