Hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide, chemically known as H2O2, is a fascinating pale blue liquid that consists of hydrogen and oxygen. This compound is remarkably stable and is used in various applications.

In industry, gaseous or cold-vaporised hydrogen peroxide is often used to disinfect cleanrooms. This process of nebulisation allows thorough disinfection of rooms, air and surfaces. The reaction with organisms such as bacteria or viruses achieves effective sterilisation, which is of great importance particularly in environments such as hospitals, laboratories or food processing plants.

The use of hydrogen peroxide for disinfection offers the advantage that it decomposes into water and oxygen after application without leaving residues. This makes it an environmentally friendly option compared with some other disinfectants, which can often leave chemicals behind.