Sporicidal agent

A disinfectant that kills bacterial spores, such as hydrogen peroxide combined with peracetic acid, or sodium hypochlorite. Routine disinfectants like alcohols and quaternary ammonium compounds do not kill spores, so EU GMP Annex 1 requires periodic use of a sporicide in cleanrooms. Its frequency should be based on EM data and the contamination control strategy. Sporicides can be corrosive and leave residues, so rinsing may be needed.