Table 1 Label recommendations for application of four different 62% ethanol foams, their mode of application in the study with 14 subjects per type of application, and mean weight and mean drying time.

Alcare plus

Dispense a palmful (golf ball) in one hand. Spread over both hands up to one-half inch above the wrists. Rub vigorously.

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of foam using a golf ball as reference, rub into both hands

3.09 ± 0.63 g

103 ± 34 s

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of foam with no reference golf ball, rub into both hands

2.56 ± 0.81 g

78 ± 30 s

Avagard Foam

Apply sufficient amount to thoroughly wet all surfaces of hands and fingers. Rub onto hands until dry.

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of foam with no reference golf ball, rub into both hands

1.99 ± 0.93 g

60 ± 30 s

Bode test foam

Not available.

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of foam with no reference golf ball, rub into both hands

2.16 ± 0.52 g

80 ± 34 s

Purell Instant Hand Sanitizer

Place enough product in your palm to thoroughly cover your hands. Rub hands together briskly until dry.

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of foam with no reference golf ball, rub into both hands

1.98 ± 0.42 g

57 ± 18 s

Pump applicator three times and rub into both hands

1.78 ± 0.04 g

37 ± 10 s

Pump applicator four times and rub into both hands

2.38 ± 0.05 g

63 ± 19 s