Peracetic Acid
CAS No: 79-21-0
Peracetic Acid is a highly effective disinfectant and oxidiser, widely used in environmental sanitation and sterilisation applications. This colourless liquid offers rapid reactivity and exceptional microbial control, making it ideal for water treatment, food safety, and industrial cleaning. Rely on our Peracetic Acid for superior efficiency and purity.
Synonyms
Peroxyacetic Acid, Acetic Peroxide, Ethaneperoxoic Acid, PAA, Acetyl Hydroperoxide
Formula
C₂H₄O₃H
CAS No
79-21-0
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Properties
- Molecular weight: 76.05 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Liquid (at standard temperature and pressure)
- Density: 1.15 g/cm³ (at 20°C for 40% peracetic acid solution)
- Boiling point: ~105°C (for 40% solution; decomposes at higher concentrations)
- Melting point: -0.1°C (for pure peracetic acid)
- Refractive index: ~1.389 (at 20°C for 40% peracetic acid solution)
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Key applications
- Disinfection and Sterilisation
- Water Treatment
- Food and Beverage Processing
- Healthcare and Sanitation
- Chemical Synthesis
- Environmental Remediation
- Pulp and Paper Bleaching
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Industries
- Healthcare
- Food and Beverage
- Agriculture
- Water Treatment
- Pulp and Paper
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Environmental Services