The use of 35% food-grade hydrogen peroxide is rapidly increasing as an alternative for swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and even bath water. Traditional pool chemicals, like chlorine and bromine, have been widely used for over a century, yet research now shows they can harm human health. These chemicals, once considered harmless, are now known to increase the risk of cancer, cause DNA and nerve damage, and negatively impact multiple organs in the body.
The strong chemical smell from these products is often instinctively recognized by our immune system as toxic, which is one reason people may avoid using their pools or hot tubs without fully understanding why. In contrast, hydrogen peroxide is a natural, non-toxic compound, consisting of water with an extra oxygen atom. It is an effective biocide against bacteria, fungi, and viruses, while also being gentle on human health. Unlike chlorine, it leaves no unpleasant odor, and its natural properties make the water feel clean and refreshing. Hydrogen peroxide is, in fact, a cleansing agent used by nature itself, providing a safe and beneficial option for treating pool and spa water.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapor Pressure | 20 hPa (20 °C) / 23.3 mmHg (30 °C) |
| Quality Level | 400 |
| Form | Liquid |
| Concentration | 35% |
| pH | 2-4 (20 °C in H₂O) |
| Boiling Point | 110 °C / 1013 hPa |
| Melting Point | -24 °C |
| Density | 1.13 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Application(s) | Pharma/biopharma processes |
| Storage Temperature | 2-30 °C |
| SMILES String | OO |
| InChI | 1S/H₂O₂/c1-2/h1-2H |
| InChI Key | MHAJPDPJQMAIIY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
