'Microban' washing-up liquid, Europe, 1999 Sainsbury’s
introduced a range of household products containing Microban® in
1997. Microban, made by Microban International, is an
antibacterial agent proven to kill 99.9 per cent of household
bacteria, including the bacteria that cause food-poisoning. The
products were introduced at a time of growing public concern
over food hygiene. The antibacterial agent has also been used in
shampoos and medical equipment. Related Themes and Topics There
are 501 related objects. View all related objects Vessels having
a neck and mouth considerably narrower than the body, used for
packaging and containing liquid and dry preparations Glossary:
washing-up liquid a liquid soap for washing plates, knives etc