FAQs

How do I use Aquatabs?

 

For water purification / disinfection	If the water is relatively clear / clean then a dosage rate of 2mg of chlorine per litre can be used. If the water is dirty it should either be filtered through a cloth such as a t-shirt or allowed sit until the sediment settles down and then decant off the clear water. Where dirty water needs to be treated or the water is suspect 5mg of chlorine per litre dosage rate should be used.
For surface disinfection in Kitchens	Dose at a concentration of 100mg of chlorine per litre
For high risk hospital areas	Dose at a concentration of 1000mg of chlorine per litre
For general hospital /clinical surface disinfection	Dose at a concentration of 200mg of chlorine per litre
For fruit & vegetable disinfection	Dose at a concentration of 50mg of chlorine per litre

 

What is the shelf-life of Aquatabs?
In tropical and temperate conditions Aquatabs have a five year shelf-life in strip packs and a three year shelf-life in tubs. All tablet products should be protected from exposure to temperature extremes or high humidity.

 

Can I use Aquatabs when I am pregnant?
Yes – you can safely consume water treated by Aquatabs within the normal dosage levels.

What do I do if I have swallowed Aquatabs?
Drink plenty of milk or water. Although Aquatabs are non-toxic, as ever with these matters you should always seek medical advice at your earliest opportunity.

Is boiling water ok?

Bringing water to a rolling boil will kill most micro-organisms and make the water safe to drink. However, the fuel needed to bring water to a boil may cost more than Aquatabs and long-term use can damage the environment. Unlike water treated with Aquatabs cooled boiled water has no residual disinfectant and can be easily recontaminated

Can Aquatabs be used in very cold temperatures?
Yes

What are Puritabs?

Puritabs are an old technology / formulation water purification tablets previously manufactured by Schering Plough. Since the takeover of the NaDCC formulation business by Medentech from Schering Plough, all customers previously purchasing Puritabs have transferred their purchases to Aquatabs.

MSDS
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