Abstract: A chemical composition for a sterilizer of disinfectant comprising, 2-bromo-2-nitropropan-1,3-diol, a halogen, a halogen compound or a halogentated compound, which is preferably iodine and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol. Optionally other constituents may be included in the composition such as for example surfactants. Different embodiments of the invention may be used as a cold sterilizer, gloved and ungloved hand sprays and a scrub for use as a skin scrub.