Professional cleaning products: tips, methods and hygiene protocols
In this section, you'll find all the advice you need on using professional cleaning products for cleaning companies, local authorities, and industries. Understanding pH, the Sinner's Circle, and the HACCP method is essential for choosing the right product and developing effective protocols. Whether you need disinfectants and biocides for sensitive surfaces, HACCP-compliant kitchen cleaning products , solutions for sanitary facilities , or laundry solutions , Voussert has been supporting you since 1981 with leading brands to optimize the hygiene of your premises while controlling your costs.
Diversey, Taski, Anios: the benchmarks in professional chemistry and disinfection
Voussert distributes leading brands in professional chemicals. Diversey is the global leader in cleaning solutions for the restaurant, hotel, and food processing industries. Taski , its brand dedicated to floor care, offers ranges specifically formulated for mechanized cleaning in institutional settings. Anios , the French leader in disinfection, is the benchmark for healthcare facilities, professional kitchens, and any environment subject to Certibiocide and HACCP protocols.
Professional cleaning products: regulations, effectiveness and eco-responsibility
pH, Sinner's circle and dosage: the fundamentals of professional cleaning
The effectiveness of a professional cleaning product relies on mastering a few fundamental principles. pH is the primary selection criterion: an acidic product (pH < 7) is suitable for descaling and cleaning sanitary facilities, while an alkaline product (pH > 7) is preferred for degreasing kitchens and soiled floors. Sinner's Circle reminds us that cleaning effectiveness results from the balance between four factors—chemical action, mechanical action, temperature, and contact time—and that increasing one reduces the others. Finally, precise dosage is essential: overdosing does not improve results, generates residue on surfaces, and unnecessarily increases the cost per use.
CLP, Certibiocide and HACCP: the regulatory obligations to master
Professionals using cleaning products are subject to several regulations that must be understood. The CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) regulation mandates standardized labelling of hazardous products with pictograms and hazard statements. UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) codes have been mandatory since January 2021 on all chemical mixtures placed on the market, enabling poison control centers to respond quickly. Certibiocide certification is required for anyone who uses, prescribes, or sells professional biocidal products—disinfectants, insecticides, and rodenticides. Finally, the HACCP method requires food establishments to implement documented cleaning and disinfection plans using products approved for food contact.
Ecolabel, Nordic Swan and green products: efficiency and respect for the environment
The market for professional eco-friendly cleaning products has evolved considerably in recent years, shattering the common misconception that "green" means less effective. The European Ecolabel certifies that a product meets strict criteria regarding the biodegradability of surfactants, the limitation of hazardous substances, and packaging. The Nordic Swan , its Scandinavian equivalent, is often recognized as the benchmark label with the most demanding requirements for formulations. For establishments subject to CSR obligations or responding to public tenders, having Ecolabel or Nordic Swan certified products is now a decisive advantage, both from an environmental perspective and in terms of the safety of cleaning staff .