Dettol Antiseptic: Uses and Benefits for Hygiene

Dettol is a popular antiseptic disinfectant used for cleaning wounds, cuts, and surfaces to prevent infection and maintain hygiene.
Category
Hygiene
Where to get
Widely available in supermarkets, pharmacies, and online stores for household and personal use.
Applicable for
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Dettol FAQ


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What are the ingredients in Dettol?

Dettol contains chloroxylenol BP in a 4.8 percent concentration of weight to volume, according to the UK Electronic Medicines Compendium. The product's other ingredients include isopropyl alcohol, pine oil, castor oil soap, caramel coloring and water.

What is Dettol used for?

Dettol is a brand line of products used for disinfection and as an antiseptic. This brand was created with the introduction of Dettol antiseptic liquid in 1933 by the British company Reckitt and Colman. The Dettol brand line has been expanded over the years and now includes products containing many different active ingredients.

Who is Dettol?

Welcome to the hygiene brand that’s been protecting Australians for over 80 years. First formulated in 1929 and used in hospitals and by doctors, Dettol soon found a place in the home. Today, we are a world leading hygiene brand trusted by millions. We take pride in providing products that are simple, safe and effective.

Who is Dettol & why should you buy it?

We are in this together, let’s all fight for a healthier and happier world. Winner Most Trusted Brand 2020. Voted by Australians & New Zealanders, Readers Digest, Household Cleaning. First used in hospitals in the 1930s, Dettol soon found a place in the home. Today we’re the world’s leading antiseptic and a hygiene brand trusted by millions.

What is Dettol antiseptic liquid?

Dettol antiseptic liquid is a product produced by the Dettol Brand for Reckitt. It is light yellow in color in the concentrated form but, as several of the ingredients are insoluble in water, it produces a milky emulsion of oil droplets when diluted with water, exhibiting the ouzo effect.

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