Vol. 8, Issue 8, Part J (2024)

Shuddi and its variants: natural alternatives to chemical floor cleaners and disinfectants

Author(s):

GP Shetty, Mahesh G Shetty, Kumar S, Ghosh SK, A Meghana and Amaresh Hadimani

Abstract:
This study assesses the effectiveness of Shuddi Multipurpose Spray and Multipurpose Liquid, which are eco-friendly enzyme-based cleaning and disinfecting products created by Multiplex Group of Companies. These products use cell-free extracts of beneficial microbes, specifically Bacillus spp. and Aspergillus spp., obtained through fermentation. They also contain antimicrobial enzymes such as amylase, cellulase, pectinase, lipase, and protease. A quantitative analysis of the enzymes showed that the commercial product had the highest total enzyme concentration (1.511 mg/ml), followed by Shuddi Multipurpose Spray (1.102 mg/ml) and Shuddi Multipurpose Liquid (1.000 mg/ml). The cleaning efficacy, tested according to ASTM D4488-95-A5 standards, revealed that the commercial product had the highest efficacy (98.3%), with Shuddi Multipurpose Spray at 92.8%, and Shuddi Multipurpose Liquid at 73.6% when diluted (1:100 at 10 °C). Regarding disinfectant efficacy, assessed using a suspension time-kill procedure, all products achieved >99.9% kill against S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, E. coli, C. albicans, and A. niger within 30 seconds. These findings underline the impact of enzyme concentration, dilution, and temperature on the cleaning performance of enzyme-based products. Shuddi products, which are free from harsh chemicals, artificial fragrances, and synthetic dyes, provide a safer and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional chemical cleaners. The results support the potential of enzyme-based cleaners and disinfectants as effective and sustainable solutions for maintaining hygiene in various conditions.

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How to cite this article:
GP Shetty, Mahesh G Shetty, Kumar S, Ghosh SK, A Meghana and Amaresh Hadimani. Shuddi and its variants: natural alternatives to chemical floor cleaners and disinfectants. Int. J. Adv. Biochem. Res. 2024;8(8):760-763. DOI: 10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i8j.1863