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Ingredients in Germ X

Germ-X is a hand sanitizer available in multiple formats including liquid in both full and travel sizes, a spray and in a travel pack of single wipes. Germ-X kills 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria, making it ideal for use multiple times a day, especially when soap and water are not available.

  1. Ethyl Alcohol

    • Ethyl alcohol makes up 63 percent of Germ-X. Ethyl alcohol, also known as ethanol or grain alcohol, is an organic compound. The Food and Drug Administration recommends that 60 to 95 percent of a hand sanitizer must be alcohol to kill bacteria and germs. It dissolves after 15 seconds.

    Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

    • The second ingredient on the Germ-X ingredient list is Acrylates/C10-30. It is a film-forming agent, which leaves a smooth covering or coating on the skin. It is water-binding and may also function as a weak skin sensitizer.

    Benzophenone-4

    • Benzophenone-4 is an ingredient that protects skin from UVB and short-wave UVA light. It also helps a product maintain its color and helps form a protective layer on the skin.

    Fragrance with Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

    • Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes to beautify your skin. It is an anti-aging vitamin. Vitamin E is found in many plants and foods including corn oil, soybean oil, nuts and seeds and leafy greens.

    Glycerin

    • Glycerin is a colorless, thick liquid. It absorbs water from the air. When mixed with water, another ingredient in Germ-X, it adds moisture to and softens your skin.

    Water

    • Water is another inactive ingredient in Germ-X. It is liquid and often combined with other ingredients to add substance.

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