The use of aqueous cleaning in medical device manufacturing can provide numerous benefits in terms of efficacy, minimal surface contact and reduced potential and easier cleaning validation.

Aqueous cleaners are typically formulated to ensure optimal cleaning performance by using key ingredients such as surface-active agents (surfactants), excellent wetting agents that allow the cleaning solution to penetrate into crevices and get under soils to facilitate removal.

Often very dilute, solutions of aqueous cleaners can be used effectively, resulting in minimal chemical contact with the device surface, which in turn minimises potential residue and makes cleaning validation easier.