Biom Disinfecting Wipes are Biodegradable and Quat-Free
Laura McQuarrie — March 4, 2026 — Lifestyle
References: businesswire
Biom Disinfecting Wipes are the industry's first mass-market disinfecting wipes that are 100% plant-based, biodegradable and made without quats—or quaternary ammonium compounds, which have long been the primary active ingredient in disinfectant products. At a time when consumers, researchers and health experts are expressing concerns about quats, and questions about long-term exposure to certain disinfectant chemicals remain unanswered, Biom developed a radically different, plastic-free wipe built around plant-derived citric acid so that schools, gyms, offices and homes can trust an effective botanical formula made from water and 10 ingredients.
In addition to excluding quats, these disinfecting wipes are formulated without ammonia, parabens, or phthalates, and they're effective in eliminating 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, including the virus that causes COVID-19. Biom Disinfecting Wipes are packaged in waste-reducing flexible film and made to fit into the brand’s award-winning, refillable dispenser.
In addition to excluding quats, these disinfecting wipes are formulated without ammonia, parabens, or phthalates, and they're effective in eliminating 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, including the virus that causes COVID-19. Biom Disinfecting Wipes are packaged in waste-reducing flexible film and made to fit into the brand’s award-winning, refillable dispenser.
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Sanitization - A shift toward botanical active ingredients like citric acid opens possibilities for disinfectants that combine biodegradability with proven antimicrobial efficacy.
2. Quat-free Formulations - Growing scrutiny of quaternary ammonium compounds creates space for alternative chemistries that maintain broad-spectrum kill claims while reducing regulatory and health concerns.
3. Refillable Plastic-free Packaging - The rise of flexible, refill-first systems signals demand for waste-reducing delivery formats that pair compostable wipes with durable dispensers.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality and Lodging - Hotels and short-term rentals could benefit from plant-based disinfectants that address guest safety expectations while minimizing single-use plastic waste.
2. Education and Childcare - Schools and daycare centers facing heightened health scrutiny may prefer quat-free products that reduce potential chemical exposure for children and staff.
3. Commercial Cleaning Services - Professional janitorial operations are positioned to adopt biodegradable, refillable wipe systems that meet institutional sanitization standards and sustainability mandates.
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