Bacteria
Strong activity against Gram-positive (S. aureus, MRSA) and Gram-negative (E. coli, K. pneumoniae) organisms. Effective against the flora that are leading causes of healthcare-associated infections.
— 01 · Scientific Introduction
Hand washing is a
medical act.
Modern epidemiological studies, from Semmelweis in Vienna in 1847 to the latest WHO meta-analyses, consistently show that washing hands with soap is the single most effective intervention for reducing the transmission of infection. EMGUARD® Hand Wash Antibacterial is designed as an upgrade over ordinary soap: the mechanical power of water and lather to lift away dirt and transient flora, plus Chlorhexidine Gluconate 2.5% that remains bound to the skin after rinsing — providing the residual protection that conventional soap lacks.
— 02 · Mechanism of Action
Three parallel actions
in one procedure.
Unlike a hand sanitizer that works through purely chemical means, a hand wash combines three complementary mechanisms — its key advantage is the removal of organic soiling, which would otherwise deactivate many waterless antiseptics.
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Surfactants lift away dirt & oil
Mild surfactants (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside) lower the surface tension of water and encapsulate dirt particles, skin oils, and transient flora — so all of it can be rinsed away.
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CHG binds to microbial cell walls
During the 20–30 second rubbing process, positively charged Chlorhexidine binds to the negatively charged surfaces of bacterial cells, disrupts the membrane, and precipitates the cytoplasmic contents. Microbes die before they can even be rinsed away.
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Substantivity after rinsing
What makes a CHG hand wash special: some CHG molecules remain bound to the keratin proteins in the stratum corneum even after rinsing, providing a residual antimicrobial effect for the following 3–6 hours.
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Skin barrier recovery with emollients
The formulation is enriched with glycerin and gentle emollients to prevent dryness from repeated use — essential for healthcare workers who wash their hands 30+ times per shift.
— 03 · Efficacy Spectrum
Eliminate 99.9% of germs
plus residual protection.
The combination of mechanical cleaning and the antimicrobial action of CHG delivers a far deeper reduction of hand flora than conventional triclosan-based antibacterial soaps.
Enveloped viruses
Washing hands with soap is the primary line of defence against enveloped viruses — the combination of mechanical rinsing and lipid membrane disruption is effective against SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, and other respiratory viruses.
Organic soiling & spores
When hands are contaminated with visible organic soiling — blood, mucus, faeces — a hand wash is the right choice. The mechanical action of rinsing also helps reduce the burden of C. difficile spores, which are not susceptible to alcohol-based antiseptics.
— 04 · Visual Guide
One sheet,
the entire product profile.
A technical summary ready to share with your IPC team, housekeeping, or facility procurement committee.
For two decades, antibacterial soaps in the consumer market were dominated by triclosan and triclocarban. In 2016, the United States FDA banned both from consumer soaps — the evidence of long-term safety and efficacy superiority was never enough to satisfy regulators. Hand washes that use triclosan are now a historical anomaly.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 2.5% is the answer with a different body of clinical evidence. Used in surgery for more than 50 years, its safety and efficacy profile is validated in the Cochrane Review, WHO, and CDC literature. A rational choice for institutions that want an antibacterial soap that will remain relevant for the next 10 years.
- Ordinary soap
- Mechanical cleaning only — no residual antimicrobial effect.
- Triclosan 0.3%
- Banned by the FDA in 2016 — no superior efficacy, resistance concerns.
- CHG 2.5% (EMGUARD)
- Clinically proven · residual effect · no regulatory controversy.
— 06 · Applications
Every institutional
sink.
A hand wash is the standard for sinks — where water flows and the habit of hand washing becomes a daily ritual.
Hospitals · Clinics
Patient room sinks · staff lounge
Institutional Kitchens & F&B
Food handlers · food production areas
Schools & Campuses
Student restrooms · dining areas
Offices & Factories
Employee restrooms · break rooms
Hotels & Hospitality
Back-of-house · staff bathrooms
Veterinary Labs
Pre/post-procedure · grooming · animal clinics
— 07 · How to Use
Forty seconds —
the WHO Hand Hygiene standard.
Proper hand washing takes 40–60 seconds from start to finish. Most attempts fail not because of technique, but because of too short a duration — less than 15 seconds does not give the surfactants enough time to work.
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Step 01
Wet hands with running water
Use warm (not hot) water to help dissolve oils and dirt. Hot water can actually strip away the skin's natural protective oils.
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Step 02
Apply 3–5 ml of soap
A single pump press delivers an effective dose. More does not mean more effective — what matters is coverage and duration.
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Step 03
Rub for 20–30 seconds following the Six Steps
Palm to palm, backs of the hands, between the fingers, fingertips, thumbs, and wrists. Make sure every surface is rubbed evenly — including the nail beds, which are often missed.
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Step 04
Rinse thoroughly, dry with a single-use towel
Rinse with running water until all soap residue is gone. Dry with a paper towel, then use the same towel to turn off the tap — preventing recontamination.
— 08 · Technical Specification
Composition & technical data.
Details ready to be attached to procurement documents or your facility formulary.
- Product Name
- EMGUARD® Hand Wash Antibacterial
- Product Code
- EMG-HW · CHG 2.5%
- Category
- Antibacterial Hand Wash · Institutional Use
- Active Ingredient
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) — 2.5% w/v
- Surfactants
- Cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside (mild, biodegradable)
- Emollients
- Glycerin, panthenol for skin barrier recovery
- Dosage Form
- Liquid soap, pH 5.5–6.5 (skin-friendly)
- Fragrance
- Fragrance-free — allergy-sensitive option
- Packaging
- Pump bottle 500 ml · 1 L · 5 L jerry can · Refill bag
- Efficacy Spectrum
- G+/G− bacteria, enveloped viruses, pathogenic yeasts
- Residual Effect
- 3–6 hours (CHG substantivity)
- Areas of Use
- Hospitals, clinics, schools, offices, F&B, hotels
- Manufacturer
- PT. Emguard Pilihan Pertama · Tangerang, Indonesia
— 09 · Safety & Warnings
Safe to use every shift,
every day.
EMGUARD® Hand Wash is formulated with high skin tolerance for repeated use 30+ times per day by healthcare workers.
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For external use on intact skin only
Must not be swallowed. Avoid application on open wounds, the middle ear, or the mucous membranes of the eye.
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Avoid contact with the eyes
If contact occurs, rinse with running water for 15 minutes. Consult a medical professional if irritation persists.
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Discontinue if an allergic reaction occurs
Hypersensitivity reactions to CHG are rare but have been documented. Discontinue use if persistent redness, itching, or swelling develops.
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Hygienic dispenser storage
Use a closed dispenser system. Avoid repeatedly refilling an open bottle — a bacterial contamination risk that can actually grow biofilm within the soap.
- Temperature: Store at room temperature (15–30°C). Avoid temperatures below 5°C, which can affect viscosity.
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight exposure — store in a shaded, dry area.
- Packaging: Close tightly after use. Refill bags help reduce cross-contamination between batches.
- Dispenser system: Clean the pump dispenser every 6 months with hot water to prevent internal biofilm formation.
- Stock rotation: Apply the first-in, first-out principle according to the production date on the label.
A sink in a hospital witnesses tens of thousands of hand-washing cycles every week. The soap we formulate must work like a medical instrument that healthcare workers use without thinking — effective without drama, gentle without compromising efficacy.
— Technical questions?
Talk to the formulation team.
Our technical team is ready to explain the CHG profile, recommend a closed dispenser system, and outline refill bundling packages that save up to 35% on your facility's logistics costs.