Lysol is a 50% solution of cresol (3-methyl phenol) in saponified vegetable oil. Thymol is an alkyl derivative of phenol obtained from volatile oils of Thymus vulgaris, Monarda punctata, or Trachyspermum ammi. It occurs in colorless crystals with a characteristic pungent odor and taste.

But the full story is even wilder than that. To back up a little, Lysol brand antiseptic disinfectant first appeared on the scene in 1889 as a way to help end a cholera epidemic in Germany. In 1918, ads touted it as an effective means to fight the flu virus during the influenza pandemic.

Known Ingredients

• Ingredient.
• MIPA-BORATE.
• MYRISTALKONIUM SACCHARINATE.
• ETHANOLAMINE.
• Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, acute aquatic toxicity, respiratory effects, biodegradation; Disclosure Concern: non-specific ingredient.
• AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE.
• T-BUTYL ALCOHOL.
• BUTANE.

PHYSICAL HAZARDS: FLAMMABLE CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Exposure to temperatures above 130°F may cause bursting.

Disinfecting takes cleaning to the next level to help ensure harmful germs don't spread. By using products like Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes and Lysol® Disinfectant Sprays, you kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses living on surfaces and lower the risk for spreading infection.

How and where to use Lysol disinfectant spray to kill 99.9% of viruses and bacteria. For great protection from germs, be sure to disinfect frequently touched areas such as light switches, door handles, kitchen counters, fridge and microwave handles, remotes and more.

Robust testing of the protocol established Lysol Air Sanitizer as the first and only antimicrobial product approved by the EPA to effectively kill both viruses and bacteria in the air. “Lysol partnered with the EPA to develop a product that could help reduce the spread of airborne, illness-causing pathogens.

Lysol spray is highly flammable because of its aerosol content. Lysol wipes and other non-aerosol products also contain flammable chemicals, such as ethanol, that are combustible near an open flame.

You should always follow the instructions provided on a cleaning product's label, but most disinfectants should be sprayed or wiped on a surface and left to dry. After 10 minutes, if the disinfectant has yet to dry on its own, you can wipe it up.

White. For spray surface. And let it remain wet for six minutes to disinfect. Help protect you and your family from germs daily with Lysol multi-surface cleaner Lysol. What it takes to protect.

The name Lysol comes from a combination of the words "lysosome" and "solvent". The former comes from the name given to the cell organelle that produce digestive enzymes, the latter from the label given to liquids that rapidly dissolve solids, gasses or other liquids.

Or mop. But also by filling a spray bottle. White. For spray surface. And let it remain wet for six minutes to disinfect.