Designed as an alternative to alcohol based products. Many people are unable to use alcohol based products due to its harshness on the skin. Or other allergy reasons. The active antimicrobial agent in this product is a cationic (positive charged) quat-based chemical called Benzalkonium Chloride which has a broad spectrum activity and has been used in household and personal care cleansing formulations since the 1940’s. We have added Lemon Myrtle essential oil to our product because of the natural antibacterial power lemon myrtle has in its own natural form. Use this product on all surfaces, on your hands, carry with you to use on trolleys and more.