‘Nature’s own powerful, non-toxic disinfectant.’
British Dental Journal
By 2025, many of us are striving to reduce our carbon footprints, and our approach to cleaning should be no exception. At Paqua, we understand that our customers want to embrace more sustainable solutions without compromising on efficacy. Our natural disinfectant, PaquaLyte, addresses both environmental and practical concerns. We are immensely proud of the innovation behind this product: it not only excels at eliminating bacteria, it is also produced with minimal environmental impact. PaquaLyte is an electrolysed water disinfectant that harnesses the power of nature to destroy 99.99% of known bacteria and viruses.
PaquaLyte is the ideal alternative to traditional cleaning products that harm the environment, such as household bleach. The manufacture of bleach can seriously damage ecosystems. Its production and use contribute to persistent organic pollutants, often released into bodies of water. Research from the University of West Virginia has shown that factories producing such chemicals emit toxins into the air during ventilation and exhaust processes, posing ongoing risks to both the environment and human health. In contrast, PaquaLyte’s production does not release toxins or pollute the planet. In fact, it is a by-product of our PaquaVida water filtration system—an efficient, low-energy, and non-polluting technology.
Capable of disinfecting all non-porous surfaces, PaquaLyte is up to 200 times more effective than bleach, whilst remaining pH neutral. From the outset, it was important to provide a product that delivers consistently exceptional cleaning results. The PaquaLyte disinfectant has undergone rigorous, extensive testing in a UKAS-accredited laboratory against a range of bacteria, spores, viruses, and fungi. The scope of BS EN testing performed ensures PaquaLyte’s suitability for medical, domestic, veterinary, and food preparation applications, as well as use in aerosolisation via fogging (for non-porous surfaces) and water environments.
PaquaLyte’s vital active ingredient is Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl), a substance naturally produced by the human body’s white blood cells. Described by the British Dental Journal as ‘Nature’s own powerful, non-toxic disinfectant,’ HOCl forms an essential part of our immune systems, eliminating pathogens whilst remaining inherently harmless—unlike many other disinfectants, which are toxic.
Comparing PaquaLyte to alternatives such as wet wipes reveals a striking difference in quality. A Cardiff University study, ‘Pathogen transfer and high variability in pathogen removal by detergent wipes,’ found that common wipes frequently spread harmful pathogens, including so-called ‘super bugs.’ Professor Jean-Yves Maillard noted that too many detergent wipes fail to perform effectively, often drying out before the necessary contact time is achieved. By contrast, HOCl can be sprayed liberally on all surface types, with pathogens neutralised within seconds.
Because PaquaLyte is non-toxic, biodegradable, and safe, users can be confident they are not harming themselves or the environment. There is no need for gloves, further reducing one’s carbon footprint by removing the requirement for disposable personal protective equipment. In its own right, PaquaLyte is a powerful and effective disinfectant, combining the strength of nature with innovative engineering to produce an exceptional antibacterial cleaning agent. Its versatility across agriculture, domestic, and commercial sectors demonstrates its potential to reshape the cleaning industry in a more sustainable, environmentally responsible direction.
To find out more, visit the PaquaLyte product page or contact us directly!
Works Cited:
Beirne, P. (2021) How bleach damages the environment and our health, Public Goods. Available at: https://tinyurl.com/3537vn8k
Ramm, L. et al. (2015) ‘Pathogen transfer and high variability in pathogen removal by detergent wipes’, American Journal of Infection Control, 43(7), pp. 724–728. doi:10.1016/j.ajic.2015.03.024.
‘Nature’s own powerful, non-toxic disinfectant’ (2018) British Dental Journal, 224(7), pp. 553–553. doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.302.
Lynch, A. (2015) Turns out, wet wipes might not be the easy-cleaning solution you thought, Metro. Available at: https://metro.co.uk/2015/06/09/wet-wipes-could-actually-be-spreading-bacteria-rather-than-killing-it-says-study-5237230/