Abstract: A solid effervescent cleaning composition is described comprising one or more acids and a gas generator; wherein a 1 wt. % aqueous solution of the solid cleaning composition has a pH in a range of 4 to 9; and at least one antimicrobial compound. In some embodiments, a 1 wt. % aqueous solution of the solid effervescent cleaning composition provides at least a 3 log reduction for both gram position and gram negative bacteria. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial compound is selected from aromatic alcohols; aliphatic alcohols, optionally further comprising an ester moiety; and combinations thereof. Also described is a (e.g. dry) wipe comprising a woven or nonwoven substrate further comprising the solid effervescent cleaning composition described herein; and cleaning tools with handles.

Abstract: An article having anti-microbial effect is provided. The article includes an occlusive layer; a substrate having two opposing major surfaces, wherein one opposing major surface is a nanostructured surface; a metal oxide layer, wherein the nanostructured surface is coated with the metal oxide layer and the metal oxide layer comprises a metal oxide; and a metal layer overlaying the metal oxide layer.