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Hydrogen Peroxide Sink Disposal Safety

On the safety of hydrogen peroxide poured into the sink
Where hydrogen peroxide is disposed of in the sink, the safety of it cannot be ignored. Hydrogen peroxide has strong oxidizing properties, and it is often used for disinfection and bleaching in daily environments. However, when it is poured into the sink, the interests involved are complicated.

Let's talk about its benefits first. Moderate concentration of hydrogen peroxide, poured into the sink, can disinfect the microorganisms in the sterilization tank, remove dirt and scale, and make the sink clean. Because of its oxidizing properties, the cover can break the structure of microorganisms, destroy their life mechanism, and achieve the effect of disinfection; it can also chemically react with some components in the stain, causing it to decompose and fall off, so as to achieve cleaning.

However, its disadvantages are also obvious. High concentration of hydrogen peroxide, highly corrosive. If poured into the sink, or damage the material of the sink. Such as ceramic sinks, or cause surface enamel corrosion, loss of its luster, and even pits; metal sinks are more susceptible to its erosion, causing rust and reducing the life of the sink. And hydrogen peroxide decomposes to produce oxygen. In a closed drainage pipe, if excessive accumulation occurs, it will encounter open fire or static electricity, which may cause the risk of explosion and endanger personal and building safety.

Furthermore, hydrogen peroxide flowing into the sewer may affect the sewage treatment system. Its strong oxidizing properties disrupt the balance of microbial communities. Sewage treatment relies on microorganisms to degrade pollutants. If the balance is broken, the treatment efficiency will be reduced, and then the sewage cannot be discharged up to standard, which will harm the environment.

To sum up, if you want to pour hydrogen oxide into the sink, you must be cautious. The concentration should be known in advance, and it may be feasible when the concentration is low and appropriate; high concentration is not. When tilting, you should also ensure ventilation to prevent oxygen accumulation. And the long-term impact on the drainage system and the environment should be taken into account. Only in this way can you be safe and avoid disasters before they happen.