Processes and treatments

21 October 2011

A number of Sensitive Choice approved products are approved (in part) because the products contain certain treatments or attributes. Following is a brief overview of some of these.

HealthGuard– HealthGuard® is an anti-microbial product that can be formulated into various finishes. It works to inhibit a broad spectrum of bacteria, fungi, moulds and house dust mites.

HEPA filter– A "High-Efficiency Particulate Air" filter is a high–standard filter used in some vacuum cleaners. A HEPA filter removes 99.97% of all particles greater than 0.3 micrometer from the air that passes through.

Microban- Microban® antimicrobial protection is built-in to products during manufacturing to provide continuous antimicrobial product protection.

Ultra-Fresh– Ultra-Fresh® is an antimicrobial treatment added during the manufacturing process. It is designed to limit the growth of bacteria and fungi and has been shown to reduce dust mites.