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A thin cellulose film can inactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus within minutes
Various infectious pathogens, including respiratory viruses and disease-causing bacteria, can spread as surface fomites. Chemical disinfectants are commonly used to ensure surface hygiene with an effect in minutes. However, many of them contain potentially harmful substances such as chlorine bleach, phenolics, and quaternary ammonium compounds when excessive quantity is used. Surface coatings incorporating certain metal