Peracetic acid

As an alternative, acetyl chloride and acetic anhydride can be used to generate a solution of the acid with lower water content.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency first registered peracetic acid as an antimicrobial in 1986 for indoor use on hard surfaces.

Peracetic acid can be used as a cooling tower water disinfectant, where it prevents biofilm formation and effectively controls Legionella bacteria.

[9] Decontamination kits for cleaning fentanyl analogues from surfaces (as used by many police forces, amongst others) often contain solid peracetyl borate, which mixes with water to produce peracetic acid.

[11] Peracetic acid is a strong oxidizing agent and severe irritant to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.

Peroxyacetic acid
Peroxyacetic acid
Peroxyacetic acid
Peroxyacetic acid
NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 3: Short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury. E.g. chlorine gas Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 2: Undergoes violent chemical change at elevated temperatures and pressures, reacts violently with water, or may form explosive mixtures with water. E.g. white phosphorus Special hazard OX: Oxidizer. E.g. potassium perchlorate