On January 21, 2025, EPN submitted comments on the draft guidance document issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for “Evaluating the Efficacy of Pre-Saturated/Impregnated Antimicrobial Towelettes for Disinfectant Claims.” EPN recommends that EPA implement efficacy studies to use test methods that reflect how the products are actually used by consumers. This includes studying general human participant usage that commonly goes against labeling directions. If human efficacy studies cannot be conducted, EPN recommends changing the labeling language for disinfecting wipe products. EPN also suggests adjustments be made to EPA’s proposed wetness assay to better reflect common usage of the wipes.
Read the comments.