Cleaning & Disinfection
Hydrogen Peroxide
Versatile oxidizer for bleaching, disinfection and wastewater treatment that decomposes to water and oxygen.
Applications
- Bleaching
- Oxidation
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Cleaning & Disinfection
Peracetic Acid
CH3CO3H
Broad-spectrum peroxygen disinfectant used for food-contact sanitation, clean-in-place and wastewater.
- Chemical name
- Peroxyacetic acid
- CAS number
- 79-21-0
- Also known as
- PAA, Peroxyacetic acid
Product overview
Peracetic acid is an organic peroxide typically supplied as an equilibrium solution with hydrogen peroxide and acetic acid. It is valued as a disinfectant because it breaks down into acetic acid, water and oxygen.
It is commonly used for clean-in-place (CIP) sanitation in food and beverage plants, disinfection of equipment and surfaces, and in wastewater disinfection. Concentration and formulation are confirmed with each inquiry.
Applications
Typical uses for this chemical. Suitability for a specific process, and grade requirements for food, pharmaceutical or potable-water use, should be confirmed with our team.
Technical information
| Chemical name | Peroxyacetic acid |
|---|---|
| Formula | CH3CO3H |
| CAS number | 79-21-0 |
| Molecular weight | 76.05 g/mol |
| HS code | 2915.90 |
| Transport classification | ≤5% PAA: UN3149, Class 5.1 (8), PG II · 5–35% PAA: UN3109, Class 5.2 (8) |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid with a pungent, vinegar-like odour |
| Forms | Equilibrium aqueous solution of peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid and water (stabilised) |
| Grades | 5% PAA (approx. 20–27% H2O2) · 12% PAA (approx. 18.5% H2O2, 20% acetic acid) · 15% PAA (approx. 21–23.5% H2O2) · High-strength 35–40% PAA (chemical synthesis) · BPR active-substance (AS) grades; food-contact sanitiser grades |
| Packaging | 25–30 kg HDPE canisters/carboys with vented closures · 220 kg HDPE drums (vented) · 1,000–1,100 kg IBCs (vented) · Bulk (grades <35% PAA) on request |
Identifiers and classifications are standard reference data for the substance. Forms, grades and packaging reflect what is commonly traded internationally; availability for your order is confirmed in the quotation.
Typical specifications
Typical values for commonly traded grades of Peracetic Acid, based on international standards and published manufacturer data.
5% PAA equilibrium grade (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Peracetic acid | 4.0–5.4% w/w |
| Hydrogen peroxide | 26.0–27.0% w/w |
| Density (20 °C) | 1.10–1.12 g/mL |
| Available oxygen | ≈ 11.5% w/w |
| Freezing point | ≈ -28 °C (< -20 °C) |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Shelf life (sealed, vented original pack) | ≥ 12 months |
15% PAA equilibrium grade (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Peracetic acid | 14.0–16.0% w/w (typical 15.0%) |
| Hydrogen peroxide | 21.0–23.5% w/w (typical 22%) |
| Acetic acid | ≈ 16% w/w typical (≤ 36% max in some specs) |
| Water | ≈ 46% w/w typical |
| Total active oxygen | ≈ 13.7% w/w |
| Density (20 °C) | 1.15 g/mL |
| pH (1% solution) | ≤ 3.0 |
| Freezing point | ≈ -50 °C |
| Shelf life (sealed, vented original pack) | ≥ 12 months |
Reference standards:EU Biocidal Products Regulation – active substance peracetic acid (AS grades)US FDA 21 CFR 178.1010 (sanitizing solutions)UN Model Regulations / ADR / IMDG (UN3149, UN3109, UN3105)EU Explosives Precursors Regulation (H2O2 content)
An equilibrium mixture of peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid and water. Store cool in vented packaging; registrations for biocidal use vary by country.
Typical values are for guidance. The specification for your order depends on grade and origin and is confirmed in the quotation, Technical Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis.
Packaging
- 25–30 kg HDPE canisters/carboys with vented closures
- 220 kg HDPE drums (vented)
- 1,000–1,100 kg IBCs (vented)
- Bulk (grades <35% PAA) on request
Packaging commonly used for export shipments of this product. Availability depends on grade and origin and is confirmed per order.
Packaging confirmed per order
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Documentation
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- TDS
Technical Data Sheets
Product specifications and technical information.
- SDS
Safety Data Sheets
Safety and handling documentation where available.
- COA
Certificate of Analysis
Batch-specific documentation where applicable.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades of Peracetic Acid are available?
Peracetic Acid is commonly traded as 5% PAA (approx. 20–27% H2O2); 12% PAA (approx. 18.5% H2O2, 20% acetic acid); 15% PAA (approx. 21–23.5% H2O2); High-strength 35–40% PAA (chemical synthesis); BPR active-substance (AS) grades; food-contact sanitiser grades. Availability varies by origin and destination market — share the grade, purity or standard you require and we will confirm what can be supplied, with the current specification.
What is the HS code for Peracetic Acid?
Peracetic Acid is usually classified under HS 2915.90. National tariff codes add further digits and can differ by form and country, so confirm the full code with your customs broker before shipment.
Is Peracetic Acid a dangerous good for shipping?
Typical transport classification: ≤5% PAA: UN3149, Class 5.1 (8), PG II · 5–35% PAA: UN3109, Class 5.2 (8). Classification can vary with concentration and form, so the Safety Data Sheet for the grade shipped is the reference used when booking freight.
Which standards apply to Peracetic Acid?
Commonly referenced standards include EU Biocidal Products Regulation – active substance peracetic acid, US FDA 21 CFR 178.1010, UN Model Regulations / ADR / IMDG, EU Explosives Precursors Regulation. Tell us which standard your application or market requires and we will confirm a grade that meets it.
How is Peracetic Acid packed for export?
Common export packaging for Peracetic Acid includes 25–30 kg HDPE canisters/carboys with vented closures; 220 kg HDPE drums (vented); 1,000–1,100 kg IBCs (vented); Bulk (grades <35% PAA) on request. Tell us your preferred packaging and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.
Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Peracetic Acid?
Yes — request them on this page. We send the documents that apply to the specific grade you are evaluating; a Certificate of Analysis is batch-specific and issued where applicable.
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