Is MicroGuard a coating?
No, MicroGuard is a solid metal material with inherent antibacterial properties that is registered with the EPA to make public health claims. Public health claims relate to the control of organisms that pose a significant threat to human health and must be supported by scientific data and testing. Unlike antimicrobial coatings and additives, which cannot make public health claims, MicroGuard antimicrobial properties will not wear away or rub off. The EPA grants an exemption to antimicrobial coatings for non-public-health use that is intended to protect the “treated article” or product itself. Antimicrobial coatings may only make claims related to protection of the article itself against non-specific mold, mildew, and bacteria because the coatings have not been tested and proven to protect people against disease-causing bacteria. Antimicrobial coatings will reduce mold and mildew that cause odor. MicroGuard is superior in efficacy and durability to any antimicrobial coating.
No, MicroGuard is a solid metal material with inherent antibacterial properties that is registered with the EPA to make public health claims. Public health claims relate to the control of organisms that pose a significant threat to human health and must be supported by scientific data and testing. Unlike antimicrobial coatings and additives, which cannot make public health claims, MicroGuard antimicrobial properties will not wear away or rub off. The EPA grants an exemption to antimicrobial coatings for non-public-health use that is intended to protect the “treated article” or product itself. Antimicrobial coatings may only make claims related to protection of the article itself against non-specific mold, mildew, and bacteria because the coatings have not been tested and proven to protect people against disease-causing bacteria. MicroGuard is superior in efficacy and durability to any antimicrobial coating.
