Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen Peroxide Uses

Primary Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide

1. Medical & Healthcare (3% – 6% Food/Pharma Grade)

• Antiseptic & Wound Disinfection – Kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi in minor cuts.

• Mouthwash & Oral Care – Used in diluted form for gum disease treatment (e.g., Peroxyl).

• Contact Lens Disinfection – Sterilizes lenses (3% solution).

2. Water Treatment & Sanitation

• Drinking Water Purification – Removes organic contaminants and pathogens.

• Wastewater Treatment – Oxidizes sulfides, cyanides, and organic pollutants.

3. Food Industry (Food Grade H₂O₂, 35% or lower)

• Sanitizing Food Surfaces – Used on equipment, packaging, and produce (FDA-approved).

• Cheese & Dairy Processing – Antimicrobial agent in milk tanks.

• Bleaching Food Products – Used in whey processing and modified starches.

4. Hair & Beauty Products (3% – 12%)

• Hair Bleaching & Lightening – Active ingredient in hair dyes.

• Teeth Whitening – Found in whitening toothpaste and dental treatments.

5. Industrial & Technical Uses (30% – 70% Tech Grade)

• Pulp & Paper Bleaching – Replaces chlorine in eco-friendly paper production.

• Textile Bleaching – Whitens fabrics (cotton, wool).

• Electronics Manufacturing – Cleans circuit boards and semiconductors.

Secondary Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide

1. Household Cleaning (3% – 10%)

• Disinfectant for Surfaces – Kills mold, mildew, and bacteria.

• Laundry Stain Remover – Breaks down organic stains (blood, wine).

• Toilet & Tile Cleaner – Removes grime and disinfects.

2. Agriculture & Horticulture

• Soil Sterilization – Kills pathogens before planting.

• Seed Treatment – Improves germination by breaking down seed coatings.

• Hydroponics – Oxygenates water and prevents root rot.

3. Rocket Fuel & Propulsion (High-Concentration, 90%+)*

• Monopropellant – Decomposes into steam/oxygen for thrust (used in satellites).

4. Aquariums & Fish Farming

• Parasite Treatment – Kills fish parasites (in controlled doses).

• Algae Control – Reduces algae growth in ponds.

5. Alternative Medicine & Home Remedies

• Ear Wax Removal – Diluted solution helps loosen earwax.

• Foot Soak for Fungus – Treats athlete’s foot (3% solution).