Safeguard
Alcohol · Soap · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Benzalkonium Chloride 0.12%
Purpose
Purpose Antiseptic Hand Cleanser
Uses
Uses For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin Recommended for repeated use
Warnings
Warnings For external use only When using this product Do not use in or near eyes Discontinue use if irritation and redness develop Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical attention or contact a poison control center immediately.
When using this product
When using this product Do not use in or near eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor
Discontinue use if irritation and redness develop
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical attention or contact a poison control center immediately.
Directions
Directions Wet hands and forearms Apply enough product to adequately cover the entire surfaces of the hands and forearms Scrub thoroughly for at least 30 seconds (include the fingernails and the cuticles) Rinse
Other information
Other information Store in a cool dry place below 104° F
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Water, glycerine, cocoamidopropyl betaine, polyoxypropylene-polyoxyethylene block copolymer, benzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, tetra sodium EDTA, dehydroacetic acid
Questions?
Questions? Contact Procter & Gamble Professional ® Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm EST at 1-800-332-7787
Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (revised Dec 18, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzalkonium Chloride in 2 products
- Alcohol in 1 product
Safeguard NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37000-601 | Benzalkonium Chloride .12 g/100mL Soap | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-602 | Benzalkonium Chloride .12 g/100mL Soap | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-603 | Alcohol 64 g/100mL Gel | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Safeguard used for?
Uses For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin Recommended for repeated use
Who makes Safeguard?
Safeguard is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company.