{"product_id":"cleantrust-surface-protein-swab-box-of-100","title":"CleanTrust™ Surface Protein Swab - Box of 100","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf protein is still present, contamination is still present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn restoration and professional cleaning, protein is a direct indicator of organic contamination, whether from food, bodily fluids, sewage or general organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CleanTrust™ Surface Protein Residue Swab (Anaeron AE0100) gives you a fast, on-site way to confirm whether cleaning has actually removed contamination, using a simple colour-change test with no instrumentation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for field use, it provides clear, actionable results in minutes, so you can make decisions on site immediately. Anaeron rates it to detect 80 µg of protein after 1 minute, 50 µg after 5 minutes and 20 µg after 10 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Matters on the Job\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify contamination removal. Essential for water damage, bio-risk and hygiene-critical environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid failed inspections and call-backs. Catch missed contamination before handover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport professional sign-off. Provide measurable evidence of cleaning effectiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove technician performance. Instantly show whether a clean has actually worked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetects protein residue (organic contamination). Confirms whether cleaning has removed contamination, not just visible dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast visual results (1–10 minutes). Enables immediate corrective action on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo meter or instrumentation required. Simple swab-and-activate design for easy field use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear colour-change indication. Green to purple indicates the presence of protein contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeatable and easy to train staff on. Ideal for standardising QA processes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater damage restorers verifying category 2 and 3 cleaning effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrauma and bio-clean technicians confirming organic residue removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMould remediators checking pre- and post-clean surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial cleaners working in high-risk or regulated environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC cleaning where organic build-up may be present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet refrigerated swabs come to room temperature, then twist the swab out of the tube without touching the bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwab the surface (approx. 10 × 10 cm area) in a zig-zag pattern, vertically and horizontally, then return the swab to the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate the reagent: break the valve, squeeze the liquid down onto the swab and shake for about 10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait for the reaction and compare the colour with the chart. Green = clean \/ low protein. Purple = contamination present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaster and darker colour change = higher contamination level. Anaeron's read times set the sensitivity: a change at 1 minute indicates at least 80 µg, at 5 minutes 50 µg, at 10 minutes 20 µg. Disregard any colour change that appears after 10 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo further action required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaution — small amount of protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat cleaning and re-test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFail — not clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat cleaning and re-test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncubation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor consistent and more sensitive detection, these swabs perform best when used with a controlled heat source such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-incubator-small-dry-bath\"\u003eCleanTrust Dry Bath Incubator\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves detection of low-level contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsures consistent, repeatable results across technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for professional QA and compliance workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile results can be read at ambient temperature, incubation enhances accuracy and reliability, particularly on critical jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote the difference from Anaeron's documentation: Anaeron presents the AE0100 as a no-equipment test and publishes its read times and sensitivity for reading without incubation. It does not publish an incubation temperature or time for this swab, or a sensitivity figure after incubation. Until Anaeron publishes incubation settings, follow the room-temperature method above for any result you report. If your job needs higher sensitivity, Anaeron's incubated test is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-protein-allergen-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eAllergen Surface Protein Swab (AE0200)\u003c\/a\u003e, rated to 5 µg after 15 minutes at 37 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting a Reliable Result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest surfaces after cleaning. The swab is made to find residue you cannot see, not to grade visibly dirty surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not touch the swab bud or the test area. Protein is on skin and hair, and handling contaminates the result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse cleaning chemicals off and let the surface dry before testing. Anaeron warns (for its AE0200 protein swab) that concentrated alkaline sanitisers can cause false negatives and peroxide-based disinfectants false positives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead within the 10-minute window. Later colour changes do not count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAE0100 Surface Protein or AE0200 Allergen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSurface Protein (AE0100, this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-protein-allergen-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eAllergen Surface Protein (AE0200)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensitivity (Anaeron)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 µg at 1 min, 50 µg at 5 min, 20 µg at 10 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 µg after 15 min at 37 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEquipment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncubator at 37 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick first-pass checks in the field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal sign-off and critical jobs where low-level residue matters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Choose Protein Swabs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATP testing tells you something is present. Protein testing confirms organic contamination specifically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese swabs are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple, low-cost verification tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for quick checks without equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for confirming cleaning effectiveness before sign-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed alongside ATP testing with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-surface-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Surface Swab\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-touch-yz3500-luminometer\"\u003eCleanTrust Touch YZ3500 Luminometer\u003c\/a\u003e, they form part of a complete contamination verification system. Neither test identifies organisms or replaces laboratory testing where a job specification calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanTrust™ (Anaeron Pty Ltd, Frenchs Forest NSW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnaeron code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAE0100 (box of 100); also sold by Anaeron as AE0100P, pouch of 20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOur SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCTAE0100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface protein residue test swab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 swabs per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDetection sensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20 µg protein (typical) at 10 minutes; 50 µg at 5 minutes; 80 µg at 1 minute (Anaeron)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResult time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–10 minutes depending on sensitivity; disregard changes after 10 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResult type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual colour change, green to purple (no equipment required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSample area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10 × 10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUse case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaning verification and contamination detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–8 °C (Anaeron SDS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal packaging and ice pack included in the price\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price includes the thermal packaging and ice pack required for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe swab liquid is mostly sterile water with less than 1% each of sodium carbonate, sodium hydroxide and BCA reagent. Anaeron's SDS lists it as not classified under EU CLP, but also notes it may irritate eyes, skin and the respiratory tract and is harmful if swallowed. Wear disposable gloves and safety glasses, and dispose of used swabs according to local regulations. The SDS states the product is for research use only, not for human or veterinary clinical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse protein swabs as a first-pass check. If protein is detected, deeper cleaning is required before ATP testing or final sign-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes This Helps Avoid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigning off jobs with residual organic contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssuming visual cleanliness = hygienic cleanliness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMissing contamination in porous or textured surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailing audits or hygiene checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent QA between technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need any equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Anaeron designs the AE0100 to be read by eye at room temperature. We suggest a dry bath incubator for consistency on critical jobs; Anaeron has not published incubation settings for this swab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do I wait before reading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 10 minutes. A change at 1 minute means a heavy protein load (80 µg or more); by 10 minutes the swab picks up about 20 µg. Ignore any change after 10 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it tell me what the contamination is?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It shows protein is present. It does not identify the source or any organism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this swab go in the YZ3500 luminometer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Protein swabs are read by eye. The YZ3500 reads CleanTrust ATP swabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the linked instruction sheet for AE0200?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructions on this page are Anaeron's AE0200 sheet, which covers the same swab-and-activate method but with 37 °C incubation. Follow the AE0100 read times on this page. Anaeron has not supplied a separate AE0100 sheet to us; contact us if you need one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVerify the Clean — Don't Assume It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd CleanTrust Surface Protein Swabs to your kit and make sure contamination is actually gone before you walk away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/CleanTrust-Protein-Swabs-Flyer_V1.3_Aug-2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Surface Protein Swab Flyer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/AE0200_CleanTrust_Allergen_Surface_Protein_IFU.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Surface Protein Swab Instructions (Anaeron AE0200 sheet — see FAQ)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/MSDS-Anaeron-Surface_Protein_Test_Swab_AE0100_251205_v1.0_dbb8d8e6-5f7c-4942-bfe5-077b368d1a6e.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Surface Protein Swab SDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"CleanTrust® Protein\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/y1QHHPtihQ8\" height=\"815\" width=\"458\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-protein-allergen-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust Protein Allergen Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e — high-sensitivity incubated protein test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-incubator-small-dry-bath\"\u003eCleanTrust Incubator – Small Dry Bath\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-surface-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Surface Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-water-total-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Water Total Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-touch-yz3500-luminometer\"\u003eCleanTrust Touch YZ3500 Luminometer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure whether the Surface Protein or the Allergen swab suits your QA process? Contact The Moisture Meter Company before ordering and we will help you put the right test kit together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CleanTrust™","offers":[{"title":"100PK","offer_id":47098641416388,"sku":"CTAE0100","price":574.3,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/CTAE0100.png?v=1792732012","url":"https:\/\/moisturemeters.com.au\/products\/cleantrust-surface-protein-swab-box-of-100","provider":"The Moisture Meter Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}