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Lysol Laundry Sanitizer Free & Clear

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$6.99 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Kills 99.9% of Bacteria Detergents Leave Behind (EPA #777-128)
  • Fragrance Free
  • Dye Free
  • Chlorine Bleach Free
  • Gentle on fabrics
  • Keep your favorite scent without compromising killing bacteria

Description

Our clothes are in constant contact with bacteria throughout our day-to-day activities, for example through contact with contaminated surfaces, other people and our own bodies. Bacteria can spread from one fabric to another in the laundry basket, from the washing-machine drum to the next load. Some of these bacteria can survive following the wash cycle. When it comes to certain laundry loads such as children's clothes or sportswear, you want to eliminate bacteria that may cause illnesses and create lingering bad smells. But detergents alone don't actually kill all bacteria. Introducing Lysol Laundry Sanitizer, an additive specially designed to kill 99.9% of bacteria in laundry*. Simply add Lysol Laundry Sanitizer to your rinse cycle. It does not contain any chlorine bleach and even works in cold water so is safe to use on most fabrics including whites, colors and darks. EPA #777-128.
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Aluminum-Free, Bleach-Free
Product Warning: Keep out of reach of children
Product Form: Liquid
Sustainability Claims: Contains Recycled Content
Net weight: 41 fl oz (US)
TCIN: 75663965
UPC: 019200996211
Item Number (DPCI): 003-07-0530
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Active ingredients

alkyl (40% c12, 50% c14,10% c16) dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 0.96% octyl decyl dimethyl ammonium chloride 0.72% dioctyl dimethyl ammonium chloride 0.288% didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride 0.432%

Purpose

Other information

EPA Est. No.: 777-MO-001 (S), 312-WI-3 (NL), 9767-MO-1 (CT), © 2020 RB, Beginning of lot code indicates EPA Est No., EPA Reg. No.: 777-128

Inactive ingredients

other ingredients: 97.600%, total: 100.000%

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 9.9 inches length x 6.2 inches width x 3.1 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 2.95 pounds
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: Guam (see also separate entry under GU), APO/FPO, American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Northern Mariana Islands, United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S.

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Q: I watched my laundry cycle. My rinse cycle is only 13 minutes. So according to Lysol my clothes are not sanitized. If I pause the load the water will eventually start to drain. Any suggestions?

submitted by Anonymous - 10 months ago
  • A: A gallon of water. How many capfuls do I need? It’s towels in a washing machine. More than a gallon of water. Apparently it requires the entire bottle of Lysol

    submitted byAnonymous - 10 months ago
  • A: Why not use peroxide instead it seems like such a hassle

    submitted byGlass measuring cups - 5 months ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out! We suggest you to follow the Pre-Soak Disinfection Directions: Pour two capfuls each filled to line 1 into 1 gallon of cold water. Submerge completely and soak items for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with clean water or machine wash as directed. We hope that this information helps! Sincerely, Your Lysol Team.

    submitted byLysol Team - 10 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: How often should I use this? Every other week or once a month?

submitted by Adrian - 1 year ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out. This product is safe to use in the rinse cycle every wash. We hope this helps!

    submitted byLysol Team - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: The instructions I read said to wash often based on how soiled items are or if in contact with ill person. Says once a week or so is good enough for daily items. Every wash is also ok.

    submitted byEB - 1 year ago

Q: Is this effective against viruses?

submitted by Lf - 5 years ago
  • A: Lysol Laundry Sanitizer (EPA #777-128) has demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) on hard, nonporous surfaces. In accordance with the EPA Viral Emerging Pathogen Policy Lysol Laundry Sanitizer (EPA #777-128) can be used against 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) when used in accordance with the directions for use. Please refer to the CDC website or our Lysol brand site for additional information. We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Your Lysol Team! We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Your Lysol Team!

    submitted byRB Product Expert - 5 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: I am so frustrated it is sold out everywhere! I use it for odors, my guess is everyone has decided it will help with Covid-19, they are wrong.

    submitted byJhamrick - 5 years ago

Q: do you use this with your regular detergent or by itself

submitted by jo - 5 years ago
  • A: I add it in addition to the regular laundry soap.

    submitted bylilagage - 5 years ago
  • A: Lysol Laundry Sanitizer should be used in conjunction with laundry detergent. Wash cycle additives such as stain remover can also be used. Lysol Laundry Sanitizer is formulated to be used in the rinse cycle without additional additives, such as fabric softener. Lysol Laundry Sanitizer provides a limited softening effect.

    submitted byLysol Team - 5 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: That is the wrong way, you are wasting money. It is only effective in the rinse cycle and must be in the rinse cycle for 16 minutes. Those are the detailed directions.

    submitted byWendy - 5 years ago

Q: Do I STOP the rinse cyle with clothes submerged in water, put it in and let clothes soak for 16 minutes and push start on the cycle once the 16 minutes is up? OR, just put it in and let it be?

submitted by Adrian - 1 year ago
  • A: Based on what I read (I haven't used this product yet) you can do the first option you mentioned or put it in the fabric softener compartment. You can also add it in to soak for 16 min before washing.

    submitted byEB - 1 year ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out. This product is formulated to be add to rinse cycle and leave product in rinse cycle for 16 minutes.

    submitted byLysol Team - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Would this product be effective if I added it to the drum of the washer by itself, agitated, then stopped and let it soak, then let it rinse. Then did a SECOND wash with detergent alone?

submitted by Kata - 3 years ago
  • A: It is best to follow the usage instructions for the best results. Allow for clothes to be washed by your detergent first, then add Lysol Laundry Sanitizer directly to the rinse cycle. You can let it soak for 15 minutes.

    submitted byLysol Team - 3 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Please someone explain why it must be in the rinse cycle? What is the science behind this? Same could be accomplished by method described above--just soak over 16 minutes alone before or after rinse

    submitted byKata - 3 years ago

Q: When adding this to the wash, does it also sanitize or disinfect the washing machine?

submitted by Patty - 1 month ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out to us. Our Lysol Laundry Sanitizer Free & Clear kills 99.9% of bacteria that laundry detergents leave behind. It does not contain fragrance, dye and chlorine. Gentle on most fabrics including whites and colors. It is not designed to sanitize and disinfect the washing machine. We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Lysol Team.

    submitted byLysol Team - 1 month ago
    Brand expert

Q: What is the expiration date on the product

submitted by Ale - 1 month ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out to us. There are no current US regulatory requirements for cleaning products and disinfectants to have an expiration date on the label. RB has a robust stability protocol, based on internal, industry standard, US, and international recommendations and guidelines. Our products are designed and tested to ensure that the product remains stable and efficacious over the course of its anticipated distribution and use. We hope this information helps! Sincerely, Lysol Team.

    submitted byLysol Team - 1 month ago
    Brand expert

Q: How do I add it to the rinse cycle? My building has big commercial washers. I don't think it says which cycle it's in, and I don't think I can stop it once it's started.

submitted by L - 3 months ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out to us. The Lysol® Laundry Sanitizer - Free & Clear is intended to be used on the rinse cycle. If the rinse cycle option is not available a Pre-Soak Disinfection can be used. Just pour two capfuls each filled to line 1 into 1 gallon of cold water. Submerge completely and soak items for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with clean water or machine wash as directed. We hope that this information helps! Sincerely, Your Lysol Team.

    submitted byLysol Team - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this effective to clean and sanitize towls and rags that were exposed to quite a bit of raw sewage when my basement drain backed up? Thank you.

submitted by Fuzzy Sock Fan - 3 months ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out to us. No, the Lysol Laundry Sanitizer Free & Clear is a sanitizer and is used in rinse cycle. Detergent should still be used. We hope that this information helps! Sincerely, Your Lysol Team.

    submitted byLysol Team - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

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1 reply from Lysol Team team - 8 days ago
We'd like the opportunity to speak with you personally about your usage of this product. Please call us at your convenience at 1-866-529-8804 between 9:00-5:00 EST (Monday - Friday) and mention the following reference number RB0006397104, and we would be happy to help.
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1 reply from Lysol Team team - 1 month ago
We are sorry to learn about your experience with our Lysol® product. We'd like the opportunity to speak with you personally. Please call us at your convenience at 1-866-529-8804 between 9:00-5:00 EST (Monday - Friday) and mention the following reference number RB0006266605, and we would be happy to help.
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Love the product but never received it, Fed Ex said it was damaged twice. Target shipping department needs lessons on how to pack their boxes!!!
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