08 Mar 2016 Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® (AHP®) versus Chlorine Dioxide
Unlike Chlorine Dioxide, AHP® is non-‐toxic at the in-‐use dilution protecting users from adverse health effects such as Occupational Asthma. AHP® offers a greater spectrum of efficacy against pathogens of concern in realistic contact times without the need to pre-‐clean surfaces, saving time in fast paced environments.
AHP® removes the need to compromise between efficacy and safety by providing a balance between killing a broad spectrum of pathogens while remaining gentle for users, animals, materials and the environment.
- AHP® offers ease of use as it does not require activation prior to use.
- AHP® is proven effective in a soil challenge and does not require pre-cleaning in order to remain active, saving time and money in environments that require quick turnover.
- AHP® is essentially non-toxic and non-irritating (in use solution) and does not require the use of Personal Protective Equipment, giving assurance that animal and human health will not be jeopardized.
KEY PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:
Unlike Chlorine Dioxide, AHP® does not require activation before use nor does it require pre-cleaning saving time which leads to faster results and lower costs. Furthermore, AHP® has a long shelf life ensuring that product is not wasted.
| Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Chlorine Dioxide | |
| Ease of Dilution | Does not require activation | Two part system that requires activation- Base: water: activator) |
| Shelf Life | 2 – 3 Years (Concentrate or Ready to Use) 30 – 90 Days Diluted | 24 Hours to 14 Days |
CLEANING EFFECTIVENESS:
AHP® utilizes both anionic and non-ionic surfactants within its formulation. Anionic surfactants have superior cleaning abilities as the electrical charge of anionic surfactants interacts better with soil particles allowing for easier removal. In addition, non-ionic surfactants help in preventing redeposition of soils that have been lifted off the surface.
| Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Chlorine Dioxide | |
| Contains Surfactants | Yes (anionic and non-ionic) | No |
EFFICACY PROFILE:
AHP® products have been proven effective against a broad-spectrum of pathogens, giving you confidence that your facility is protected against pathogens of concern.
| Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Chlorine Dioxide | |
| Broad-Spectrum Sanitizer | Yes 30 seconds – 3 minutes |
No |
| Bactericidal | Yes 1 minute – 5 minutes |
Yes 5 minutes |
| Enveloped Viruses | Yes 30 seconds – 5 minutes |
Yes 5 minutes |
| Non-Enveloped Viruses | Yes 30 seconds – 5 minutes |
Yes 5 minutes |
| Fungi | Yes 30 seconds – 5 minutes |
Yes 5 minutes |
TOXICITY PROFILE:
AHP® formulations have proven to be essentially non-toxic and non-irritating (in use solution) which gives assurance that animal and human health will not be jeopardized.
| Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Chlorine Dioxide | |
| Personal Protective Clothing | In Use: PPE Not Required | In Use: Goggles and Gloves |
| Essentially Non-Irritating to Eye at the Use Dilution | Yes | No (Category III: Causes moderate eye irritation) |
| Essentially Non-Irritating to Skin at the Use Dilution | Yes | Yes |
| Lowest EPA Inhalation Toxicity Rating at the Use Dilution | Yes | Yes |
ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE:
AHP® formulations are inherently biodegradable, hydrogen peroxide breaks down into water and oxygen reducing environmental impact and improving the environment for animals and those who care for them.
| Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® | Chlorine Dioxide | |
| VOC Free | Yes | Yes |
| Environmentally Preferred | Yes | Yes |