This test method is suitable for

• general purpose “clean-in-place” disinfectants used in the food and industrial areas
• disinfectants used in dairy production

These are the minimum test organisms:

• Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis bacteriophage P001
• Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis bacteriophage P008

The test concentration is chosen according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

The obligatory contact time to be tested is 15 minutes. However, manufacturer can test for additional contact times of 5, 30 or 60 minutes.

Interfering substances, or commonly referred to as soiling, are used to mimic organic substances found on surfaces in the food and dairy industry.

The obligatory interfering substance is 1% acidic whey. Additional interfering substance of 1% reconstituted skim milk may also be tested.

Fill in the test request form and place an order via email at info@tecolab-global.com. We will advise on the quantity of sample required for testing.

You can deliver the sample to us via courier and provide us the tracking code. We will monitor the delivery status and inform you when we receive the sample.

Once we have received your sample, we will provide a tracking number to you. You can easily track the status of your request here.

Download your readily available test report online with just a single click using the link and password provided via email notification. We will receive a notification once you have downloaded the test report.

For safety purposes, the uploaded test report will self-destruct after 7 days.

In order to pass the test, the product shall demonstrate at least a 4 decimal log (lg) reduction.

Need assistance with your test report? Discuss your results with our microbiologists for more information.