Kills the AIDS Virus (HIV-1). Also kills “Athlete’s Foot” fungi. Effective against Herpes Simplex Type 1 and 2. Contains rust inhibitor. Available in:
• 16 oz. (pint)
• 64 oz. (half-gallon)
• 128 oz. (gallon).
EPA approved
MAR-V-CIDE is four times the concentration of our leading competitor, as a hospital disinfectant. Using MAR-V-CIDE will cut your disinfectant costs by up to 75%. Two ounces of MAR-V-CIDE make one gallon of hospital strength shop solution.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. This
product is not to be used as a terminal sterilant/high-level disinfectant on any surface or instrument that
(1) is introduced directly into the human body, either into or in contact with the bloodstream or normally
sterile areas of the body, or (2) contacts intact mucous membranes but which does not ordinarily
penetrate the blood barrier or otherwise enter normally sterile areas of the body. This product may be
used to preclean or decontaminate critical or semi-critical medical devices prior to sterilization or highlevel disinfection. For disinfecting, a precleaning step is required.
PREPARATION OF DISINFECTANT USE SOLUTION: Mix one tablespoon of MAR-V-CIDE in one quart
of water, or make stock solution by mixing two ounces (1/4 cup) MAR-V-CIDE in one gallon of water.
DISINFECTION DIRECTIONS: Apply use solution to hard, non-porous surfaces such as floors,
walls, cabinets, sinks, counters, tables, chairs, and telephones, thoroughly wetting the surfaces with a
cloth, mop, or sponge. Treated surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes, then allow to air dry.
For heavily soiled areas, a preliminary cleaning is required. Prepare a fresh solution after each use.
BARBER/BEAUTY SALON INSTRUMENTS AND TOOLS: Immerse pre-cleaned barber/beauty salon
instruments and tools (such as combs, brushes, razors, scissors, blades, and manicure instruments) in
a use solution of 2 oz. per one gallon of water (refer to preparation of use solution) for 10 minutes. For
heavily soiled instruments and tools, a preliminary cleaning is required. Rinse thoroughly and dry
before use. A fresh solution must be prepared daily or more often if solution becomes diluted or soiled.
DISINFECTION OF HARD, NON-POROUS SURFACES IN PEDICURE FOOT SPA UNITS: After using
whirlpool foot spa, drain the water and thoroughly clean all hard, non-porous surfaces with soap or
detergent. Refill the pedicure foot spa with fresh water to just cover the intake valve. Add 2 ounces of
this product for each gallon of water at this point. Briefly start the pump to circulate the solution. Turn off
the pump. Wash the unit sides, seat of chair, and any/all related equipment with sponge, brush, or
swab. Treated surfaces must remain wet for 10 minutes. After the unit has been thoroughly disinfected,
drain the solution from the pedicure foot spa and rinse any/all cleaned surfaces with fresh water.
FUNGICIDAL DIRECTIONS: This product is an effective fungicide against Trichophyton mentagrophytes,
agent that causes Athlete’s foot fungus, in areas such as locker rooms, dressing rooms, shower, and
bath areas. Apply use solution to hard, non-porous surfaces such as floors, walls, cabinets, sinks,
counters, thoroughly wetting the surfaces with a cloth, mop, or sponge. Treated surfaces must remain
wet for 10 minutes, then allow to air dry. For heavily soiled areas, a preliminary cleaning is required.
Prepare a fresh solution after each use.
PERFORMANCE: When tested with full immersion for 10 minutes in
solution created as above, MAR-V-CIDE is effective as a disinfectant,
germicide, bactericide, fungicide, and virucide* against:
Salmonella choleraesuis Herpes Simplex Type 1 and Type 2*
Staphylococcus aureus Trichophyton mentagrophytes
Pseudomonas aeruginosa Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1
- (HIV-1) (AIDS virus)*