Disinfectants play a vital role in infection control systems across healthcare facilities, laboratories, educational institutions, public transportation, and other environments. As demand grows for products that are not only effective but also safe, clean, and transparent in their manufacturing processes, more stakeholders are beginning to consider disinfectants that meet additional standards beyond technical performance alone.
One such standard is halal certification, which is now recognized not only for consumable products but also for non-consumable items such as disinfectants. This certification indicates that a product is free from prohibited substances, manufactured in hygienic facilities, and has undergone rigorous auditing procedures. In various sectors especially healthcare—using halal-certified products supports the implementation of more structured quality management and safety systems.
1. The Importance of Using Halal-Certified Disinfectants
Halal certification is increasingly regarded as an indicator of both quality and hygiene. Products that have received halal certification typically undergo the following processes:
- Raw material audits to ensure the absence of prohibited substances or contaminants.
- Hygienic and well-documented production processes.
- Strict prevention of cross-contamination during manufacturing, storage, and distribution.
In the medical and healthcare industries, the use of halal-certified disinfectants supports transparent procurement policies, strengthens risk management systems, and helps organizations meet specific standards required for healthcare accreditation.
This positions halal-certified disinfectants as a rational choice not merely to meet market demand, but also as part of compliance with global hygiene and quality standards.
2. Halal Certification of UMONIUM38
UMONIUM38 is a Belgian made medical grade disinfectant that has been widely adopted in many countries, including in healthcare facilities, the pharmaceutical and food industries, microbiology laboratories, and other specialized environments.
In Indonesia, PT. Isotekindo Intertama serves as the official distributor of UMONIUM38 and is registered with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia.
Available Variants of UMONIUM38
UMONIUM38 is available in several variants tailored to different applications, including:
- UMONIUM38 Master Disinfectant
- UMONIUM38 Equipment
- UMONIUM38 Instruments
- UMONIUM38 Medical Spray
- UMONIUM38 Neutralis
- UMONIUM38 Sterily
By obtaining official halal certification, UMONIUM38 demonstrates its commitment to quality and regulatory compliance in countries that require additional standards for chemical products, including disinfectants.
3. Key Advantages of UMONIUM38
UMONIUM38 offers a range of benefits that make it a leading choice in the disinfectant market:
- Certified Quality: Halal-certified and compliant with multiple international standards (MEA, HSSA, NSF, and others).
- Non-Corrosive: Safe for use on medical instruments, metals, plastics, and other sensitive surfaces.
- Human-Safe: Non-toxic and non-irritating to the skin when used as directed.
- Environmentally Friendly: Biodegradable ingredients that leave no harmful residues.
- Advanced Active Ingredient: Formulated with patented Isopropyl-Tridesyl-Dimethyl-Ammonium, a powerful disinfectant that is safe for operators, medical equipment, and the environment.
- Extended Shelf Life: Up to 36 months even after the packaging is opened.
- Fragrance Options: The Master Disinfectant and Neutralis variants are fragrance-free, while Instruments, Sterily, and Medical Spray variants contain essential oil-based fragrances.
- Rapid, Broad-Spectrum Action: Effective as a bactericide, fungicide, mycobactericide, virucide, and sporicide, with a contact time of just 10 minutes.
- Versatile Packaging: Available in 1-liter bottles and 5-liter gallon containers.
With its combination of efficacy, safety, and comprehensive certifications, UMONIUM38 provides an ideal disinfection solution across a wide range of industries and professional environments.
UMONIUM38 offers a comprehensive disinfection solution technically effective, safe for users and the environment, and compliant with additional standards through halal certification. Its halal certification is not merely symbolic, but an integral component of a quality management system that ensures the product has undergone rigorous testing and auditing. As such, UMONIUM38 stands out as a reliable and appropriate choice for healthcare facilities as well as various industrial sectors
References
- Ministry of Health, Republic of Indonesia. (2022). Guidelines for the Use of Disinfectants in Healthcare Facilities.
- Codex Alimentarius Commission. (2020). General Guidelines for the Use of the Term “Halal”.
- European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). (2022). Safety Data Sheets for Biocidal Products.
