CleanCart C: The Eco-Friendly Solution for Safer Dialysis

Maintaining clean, disinfected water systems is crucial in healthcare settings, especially dialysis centres. However, traditional cleaning and disinfecting agents often come with environmental concerns, such as toxic chemicals, excessive packaging, and large carbon footprints. Enter CleanCart C from Sudabelt’s partner Baxter International — a revolutionary eco-friendly alternative designed to ensure safety without compromising environmental responsibility.

What is CleanCart C?

CleanCart C is a citric acid-based powder cartridge used to disinfect water circuits in hemodialysis systems. Unlike traditional liquid-based disinfectants, it is designed for efficacy and sustainability. It simplifies the cleaning process while reducing environmental impact.

Eco-Friendly Benefits of CleanCart C

1. Biodegradable Ingredients: CleanCart C uses citric acid anhydrous, a naturally occurring, biodegradable compound that effectively cleans and disinfects without leaving harmful residues. This makes it safer for both healthcare professionals and the environment.

2. Reduced Carbon Footprint: Traditional liquid disinfectants are bulky and heavy, leading to higher emissions during transport. CleanCart C's powder form reduces shipping weight and storage space by up to 85%, significantly lowering transportation-related carbon emissions.

3. Recyclable Packaging: The product is packaged in recyclable polypropylene containers, minimizing plastic waste compared to non-recyclable or single-use containers commonly used for liquid disinfectants.

4. Improved Safety for Healthcare Workers: Liquid disinfectants often pose risks of spills, fumes, and chemical exposure. CleanCart C eliminates these risks, providing a safer working environment while maintaining high standards of hygiene.

As the healthcare industry continues to address environmental concerns, products like CleanCart C represent a significant step toward greener practices. By choosing eco-friendly disinfectants, dialysis centres can reduce their environmental impact without compromising patient safety or system efficacy.

Sustainable, Safe, Effective — CleanCart C is the future of clean in dialysis care.

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References

• Baxter International Inc., 2024. CleanCart C Datasheet. [online] Available at: https://emearenalcare.baxter.com/cleancart-datasheet [Accessed 30 November 2024].

• Baxter International Inc., 2023. Sustainable Innovations in Dialysis Care. [online] Available at: https://renalcare.baxter.com/sites/g/files/ebysai1471/files/201912/Cleancart_datasheet_A4_EUMPMG16515-0002%283%29_low%5B2%5D.pdf [Accessed 30 November 2024]

• Terumo, 2024. Eco-friendly Alternatives in Dialysis. [online] Available at: https://www.terumobct.com/mirasol-pathogen-reduction-technology[Accessed 30 November 2024].

• Smith, J., 2023. Reducing Carbon Emissions in Healthcare: The Role of Powder-based Disinfectants. Journal of Sustainable Healthcare, 45(2), pp. 123-129. [online] Available at: https://www.sustainablehealthcarejournal.com[Accessed 30 November 2024].

• Johnson, L. & Murray, P., 2022. Comparative Analysis of Citric Acid-Based Disinfectants in Medical Equipment. Environmental Science in Healthcare, 37(3), pp. 221-227.

World Health Organization (WHO), 2021. Guidelines on Environmentally Sustainable Healthcare Products. [online] Available at: https://www.who.int/sustainable-products[Accessed 30 November 2024].

• Green Healthcare Alliance, 2024. Eco-friendly Cleaning in Healthcare: Challenges and Innovations. [online] Available at: https://www.greenhealthcare.org/cleaning-solutions[Accessed 30 November 2024>.

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