The product label lists a 10-second contact time for sanitizing and a 10-minute contact time for disinfecting, when used as directed.
When used as directed, the product label lists a range of bacteria and viruses it kills, including Staphylococcus aureus (Staph), Salmonella enterica (Salmonella), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pseudomonas), Streptococcus pyogenes (Strep), Rhinovirus Type 37 (common cold), Influenza A2/Hong Kong (H3N2) and Influenza B, as well as Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli (E. coli), Campylobacter jejuni and Listeria monocytogenes.
The listed active ingredient is L‑Lactic Acid at 0.19%; inert ingredients make up the remaining 99.81%.
The results show Windex Citrus in a 26 fl oz spray bottle and in a 1 gallon bottle.
The products are labeled with a citrus fragrance, described as either “Citrus” or “Citrus Fresh.”
Windex Citrus is suggested for cleaning and disinfecting windows and glass, mirrors, countertops and kitchen surfaces, shower doors, stovetops, microwave doors and other hard, non-porous household surfaces.
Customer summaries report consistent effectiveness on windows, mirrors and household surfaces and commonly note a fresh citrus scent; a few reviewers mention they would prefer a different or stronger fragrance.