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Agar Orchids Commercial-Grade Disinfectant & Detergent 5L‑20L ‑ Musk Floral Germ-Killer, Deodoriser & Fungicidal Cleaner
Agar Orchids is a musk floral commercial-grade disinfectant and detergent with three-way action: it kills germs, cleans and deodorises hard surfaces throughout the day. Effective against many fungi and moulds, available in 5L and 20L. In stock now at Nova Cleaning Supplies, Melbourne trade cleaning chemical wholesaler.
| Brand | Agar |
|---|---|
| pH Level | 7.5 – 8.5 |
| Perfume | Musk Floral |
| SKU No. | ORC20, ORC5 |
- 5L
- 20L
- ORC5
- ORC20

What Is Agar Orchids?
Agar Orchids is a commercial-grade disinfectant and detergent with a musk floral scent, made to clean, sanitise and fragrance any hard surface where hygiene matters most. It delivers a three-way cleaning action: it kills germs, cleans as a detergent, and deodorises, leaving an attractive perfume that lasts from one day to the next.
Orchids has passed the TGA-defined test method for commercial grade disinfectants (Option C) at a dilution of 1:50 against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, and is also effective against many fungi and moulds.
Key Benefits of Agar Orchids
- Three-way action ‑ kills germs, cleans and deodorises in one product
- Attractive musk floral perfume that lasts from one day to the next
- Reodorises throughout the whole day
- Commercial-grade disinfectant, tested to the TGA-defined method for commercial grade disinfectants
- Orchids works against many fungi and moulds
- Can be diluted further and used as a deodorant air freshener via atomiser spray
How Does Agar Orchids Work?
Agar Orchids is an antibacterial detergent with a pleasant musk perfume that kills germs and re-odourises throughout the whole day. It functions as a powerful germ-killer, a detergent and a deodoriser in a single application, leaving a pleasant, lingering musk floral fragrance behind.
For heavy duty cleaning, Orchids is diluted 1:30 (34ml per litre of water). For medium to light cleaning, it is diluted 1:60 (17ml per litre of water). Leave in contact with the surface being cleaned for as long as possible and do not rinse. For use as an air freshener, dilute 1 part Orchids with 10 parts water and spray high into the room from a spray gun or atomiser.
What Surfaces Can Agar Orchids Be Used On?
Hospitals, schools, factories and commercial premises use it to clean and sanitise washrooms, toilet areas, showers and locker rooms, along with every hard surface from polished floors and tiles to walls, glass and fittings.
Agar Orchids ‑ Product Specifications
| Brand | Agar |
| Product Type | Commercial-Grade Disinfectant & Detergent |
| Product/SKU Codes | ORC5 (5L), ORC20 (20L) |
| Sizes Available | 5L, 20L |
| Fragrance | Musk Floral |
| pH Level | 7.5 ‑ 8.5 |
| Active Ingredients | Benzalkonium chloride (under 5%), nonionic detergents (under 10%), alkaline salts (under 5%) |
| Dilution Rate | 1:30 for heavy duty cleaning, 1:60 for medium to light cleaning, 1:10 for air freshener use |
| Hazard Classification | GHS signal word Danger (skin and eye irritant); not classified as a Dangerous Good for transport; no Poison Schedule allocated |
| Effective Against | Germs (tested against E. coli and S. aureus using the TGA-defined test method), many fungi and moulds |
Why Buy Agar Orchids from Nova Cleaning Supplies?
Whether you need a 5L bottle for a single washroom or a 20L drum for a larger commercial cleaning round, we carry Agar Orchids ready to ship across Melbourne, with volume pricing available for commercial cleaning contractors, schools, aged care and hospitality businesses.
Agar Orchids Dilution Guide
| Task / soil level | Recommended use |
|---|---|
| dilution as follows | Heavy Duty Cleaning – 1 in 30 (34ml per L) |
Agar Orchids Technical Data
| Colour | Transparent green-brown liquid |
|---|---|
| Odour | Musk-floral fragrance |
| pH | 7.5 – 8.5 |
| Foam | Moderate to high foaming action Microbiological Testing ORCHIDS has passed the TGA Test for Commercial Grade Disinfectants (Option C) at the dilution of 1 in 50 against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. |
| Agar colour-coding category | Orchids Disinfectant: Light Green 3 Code |
| Biodegradable | Yes |
| Flammability | Non-flammable |
Agar Orchids Safety Data Sheet (SDS) & Product Data Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions About Agar Orchids
What is Agar Orchids used for?
Agar Orchids is a commercial-grade disinfectant and detergent used to clean, sanitise and deodorise hard surfaces such as toilet areas, washrooms, showers, locker rooms, polished floors, tiles, walls, glass and fittings.
What is the dilution rate for Agar Orchids?
For heavy duty cleaning, Agar Orchids is diluted 1:30 (34ml per litre of water). For medium to light cleaning, it is diluted 1:60 (17ml per litre of water). For use as an air freshener, dilute 1 part Orchids with 10 parts water.
Can Agar Orchids be used as an air freshener?
Yes. Diluted 1 part Orchids to 10 parts water and sprayed high into the room from a spray gun or atomiser, Orchids can be used as a deodorant air freshener as well as a surface disinfectant.
Is Agar Orchids effective against fungi and mould?
Yes. Agar Orchids is effective against many fungi and moulds, in addition to its germ-killing action against bacteria such as E. coli and S. aureus.
Is Agar Orchids TGA listed?
Agar Orchids has passed the TGA-defined test method for commercial grade disinfectants (Option C) at a dilution of 1:50 against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. It is not an ARTG-listed or registered therapeutic product and carries no specific virus-kill claims.
What surfaces can Agar Orchids be used on?
Agar Orchids is designed for toilet areas, washrooms, showers, locker rooms and hard surfaces in hospitals, schools, factories and commercial premises, including polished floors, tiles, walls, glass and fittings.
What fragrance does Agar Orchids have?
Agar Orchids leaves surfaces perfumed with a pleasant, lingering musk floral fragrance that lasts from one day to the next.
What sizes does Agar Orchids come in?
Agar Orchids is available in a 5L bottle (ORC5) and a 20L drum (ORC20).
How do I dilute Agar Orchids?
Dilution as follows: Heavy Duty Cleaning – 1 in 30 (34ml per L) (as listed in Agar’s Product Data Sheet).
Is Agar Orchids biodegradable?
Yes. Agar’s Product Data Sheet lists Agar Orchids as biodegradable.
Where can I get the SDS for Agar Orchids?
Use the download buttons in the SDS section of this page to get the current Agar Orchids documents from Agar.
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