Agar Virattack Peroxide-Based Hospital-Grade Disinfectant 5L‑20L ‑ Kills SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) & Canine Parvovirus (TGA ARTG 372010)

What Is Agar Virattack?

Agar Virattack is a peroxide-based, hospital-grade disinfectant that kills germs and bacteria and is active against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus), canine parvovirus and herpes simplex virus. It handles cleaning and disinfection across every hard surface.

Virattack is listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (TGA ARTG 372010) as a hospital-grade disinfectant, and appears on the TGA’s own list of disinfectants cleared to make COVID-19 claims.

Key Benefits of Agar Virattack

• TGA ARTG listed (372010) hospital-grade disinfectant
• Kills germs and bacteria
• Active against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus), canine parvovirus and herpes simplex virus
• Hydrogen peroxide active ingredient breaks down to water and oxygen
• Odourless ‑ fragrance-free formula
• Dilutes 1:16 with water for hospital-grade disinfection

How Does Agar Virattack Work?

Agar Virattack uses hydrogen peroxide as its active disinfecting ingredient, which breaks down to water and oxygen after use. It is diluted 1:16 with water for all disinfection uses, but the required contact time on the surface differs depending on the claim being relied on:

Claim	Dilution	Contact Time
General hospital-grade disinfection	1:16	10 minutes
General virucidal claim	1:16	5 minutes
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus)	1:16	2 minutes

Apply the diluted solution and leave the surface wet for the contact time that matches the claim you need, then allow to air dry or wipe as required.

What Surfaces Can Agar Virattack Be Used On?

Agar Virattack can be used to clean and disinfect all hard surfaces, making it suitable for hospitals, aged care, veterinary practices, schools and commercial premises where COVID-19 disinfection or virucidal claims are required.

Agar Virattack ‑ Product Specifications

Brand	Agar
Product Type	Peroxide-Based Hospital-Grade Disinfectant
TGA ARTG Number	372010
Product/SKU Codes	VIR5 (5L), VIR20 (20L)
Sizes Available	5L, 20L
Fragrance	Odourless
pH Level	0.8 ‑ 2.0
Active Ingredients	Hydrogen peroxide (under 10%), phosphoric acid (under 10%), anionic and nonionic surfactants (each under 10%)
Dilution Rate	1:16 with water for all uses; contact time varies by claim (see table above)
Hazard Classification	GHS signal word Danger (skin irritant, causes serious eye damage); SUSMP Schedule 5 (Caution); not classified as a Dangerous Good for transport
Effective Against	Germs and bacteria, SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus), canine parvovirus, herpes simplex virus

Why Buy Agar Virattack from Nova Cleaning Supplies?

Whether you need a 5L bottle for a single site or a 20L drum for a larger commercial cleaning round, we carry Agar Virattack ready to ship across Melbourne, with volume pricing available for healthcare, aged care, veterinary and commercial cleaning businesses that need a genuinely TGA-listed COVID-19 disinfectant.

Frequently Asked Questions About Agar Virattack

What is Agar Virattack used for?

Agar Virattack is a peroxide-based, hospital-grade disinfectant used to clean and disinfect all hard surfaces, killing germs and bacteria and disinfecting against specific viruses including SARS-CoV-2.

Does Agar Virattack kill SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)?

Yes. Agar Virattack is active against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus) when diluted 1:16 with water and left in contact with the surface for 2 minutes. It is listed on the TGA’s ARTG (372010) and appears on the TGA’s own list of disinfectants cleared to make COVID-19 claims.

What is the dilution rate for Agar Virattack?

Agar Virattack is diluted 1:16 with water for all disinfection uses. The contact time needed on the surface depends on the claim: 10 minutes for general hospital-grade disinfection, 5 minutes for general virucidal claims, and 2 minutes specifically for SARS-CoV-2.

How long does Agar Virattack need to stay wet to kill COVID-19?

For the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) claim specifically, Agar Virattack needs to remain in contact with the surface for 2 minutes at a 1:16 dilution. This is different from the 10-minute contact time required for the general hospital-grade disinfection claim at the same dilution.

Is Agar Virattack TGA listed?

Yes. Agar Virattack is listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods under ARTG number 372010 as a hospital-grade disinfectant.

What other viruses does Agar Virattack kill?

In addition to SARS-CoV-2, Agar Virattack is active against canine parvovirus and herpes simplex virus.

What surfaces can Agar Virattack be used on?

Any hard surface can be both cleaned and disinfected with Agar Virattack.

Is Agar Virattack a Dangerous Good or hazardous?

Agar Virattack carries a GHS Danger signal word and causes serious eye damage, and is classified as SUSMP Schedule 5 (Caution). Transport rules do not class it as a Dangerous Good. Before handling, read the latest safety data sheet and put on suitable PPE.

How do I dilute Agar Virattack?

Sars-cov-2 (covid-19) disinfection and cleaning: Dilute VIRATTACK to 1 in 16 parts with water. Apply VIRATTACK solution to the surface and leave wet for 2 minutes.

Is Agar Virattack biodegradable?

Yes. Agar’s Product Data Sheet lists Agar Virattack as biodegradable.

Where can I get the SDS for Agar Virattack?

Use the download buttons in the SDS section of this page to get the current Agar Virattack documents from Agar.