Olin Brass Corporation

CuVerro Antimicrobial Copper Surfaces 

The Environmental Protection Agency approved the registration by the Copper Development Association for copper and copper alloys to make public health claims as being Antimicrobial. These claims acknowledge the fact that copper is inherently capable of killing bacteria* which can lead to infection. A number of different bacteria* have been tested including: Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa  and the widely known "super-bug" Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Other bacteria such as Listeria monocytogenes and Legionella pneumophila, as well as viruses have been laboratory tested and have shown effectiveness but cannot make the noted human health claims at this time.

Global Brass and Copper, Inc. has obtained this registration through the Copper Development Association and under which GBC Metals LLC, d/b/a Olin Brass, Olin Brass Fineweld Tube, and  A.J. Oster, LLC will soon provide registered products to their customers.  These product will be sold under the CuVerroTM brand name.  Unlike other claimed antimicrobial products,  CuVerroTM Antimicrobial Copper Alloy Surfaces  kill more than 99.9% of bacteria* within 2 hour,  and deliver continuous and ongoing antibacterial action. 

The label claims are as follows:

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Laboratory testing has shown that when cleaned regularly this surface: 

• Kills more than 99.9% of bacteria* within 2 hours, and continues to kill 99% of bacteria* even after repeated contamination
• Delivers continuous and ongoing antibacterial* action, remaining effective in killing greater than 99.9% of bacteria* within 2 hours.
• Helps inhibit buildup and growth of bacteria* within 2 hours of exposure between routine cleaning and sanitizing steps.
• Kills greater than 99.9% of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria* within 2 hours of exposure.                  
• Continuously reduces bacterial* contamination, achieving 99.9% reduction within 2 hours of exposure.  

 *Testing demonstrates effectie antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli O157:H7, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

The use of a this product is a supplement to and not a substitute for standard infection control practices; users must continue to follow current infection control practices, including those practices related to cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces. This surface has been shown to reduce microbial contamination, but it does not necessarily prevent cross contamination.

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CuVerroTM antimicrobial alloys are comprised of pre-consumer and post-consumer recycled materials, and are 100% recyclable.  Add this sustainability to CuVerro protection and flexibility and you have advantages that are truly unmatched. Additional detailed information on CuVerroTM can be found in the following product guides.

    CuVerro Product Sheet                     CuVerro Brochure

We are currently working with component manufactures, whom support facilities administrators, designers, and owners in the healthcare, education, and institutional markets,  in the evaluation of this material in their applications.  Explore the amazing potential of beautiful CuVerroTM antimicrobial alloys for your company.  Contact us at CuVerro@olinbrass.com or call a customer representative at 1.877.311CuVerro (2883).