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On the drawbacks of hydrogen peroxide sterilization
Hydrogen peroxide sterilization method is quite commonly used in the field of sterilization and disinfection at present. However, it also has many drawbacks, which cannot be ignored.
Bearing the brunt, hydrogen peroxide is highly corrosive. Its chemical properties are active, and it is easy to cause corrosion damage in contact with many materials. Metal instruments are often rusted and mottled after being sterilized by hydrogen peroxide, which affects the service life and performance of the instruments. Wood appliances are eroded by it, and they will also be deformed and cracked, which not only increases the cost of appliance loss, but also brings inconvenience in practical applications.
Furthermore, the stability of hydrogen peroxide is poor. It is easily decomposed by environmental factors such as light and temperature. Under high temperature environment, the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide accelerates, the effective bactericidal ingredients are rapidly reduced, and the sterilization effect is greatly reduced. If stored improperly, even at room temperature, it will slowly decompose, shorten the storage period, and make it difficult to reach the expected sterilization level when used.
In addition, the residual problem of hydrogen peroxide after sterilization is prominent. Although its decomposition products are water and oxygen, which seem harmless, in certain scenarios, residual hydrogen peroxide will still cause trouble. For example, after food processing equipment is sterilized by hydrogen peroxide, if it is not cleaned thoroughly, residual hydrogen peroxide may be mixed into food, affecting food safety and endangering consumer health. In the medical field, if there is hydrogen peroxide residue on medical apparatus, when used in patients, or irritating wounds, causing discomfort or even adverse reactions.
Moreover, there are certain safety risks in the use of hydrogen peroxide. In case of open flame, hot topic or contact with combustible materials, high concentration of hydrogen peroxide may cause combustion and explosion. During operation, if accidentally splashed on the skin or eyes, it will cause burns and pose a threat to the personal safety of the operator.
To sum up, although hydrogen peroxide sterilization has its advantages, the disadvantages cannot be ignored. In practical applications, it is necessary to weigh the advantages and disadvantages, and choose the sterilization method carefully according to specific scenarios and needs to achieve the best sterilization effect and safety guarantee.
Hydrogen peroxide sterilization method is quite commonly used in the field of sterilization and disinfection at present. However, it also has many drawbacks, which cannot be ignored.
Bearing the brunt, hydrogen peroxide is highly corrosive. Its chemical properties are active, and it is easy to cause corrosion damage in contact with many materials. Metal instruments are often rusted and mottled after being sterilized by hydrogen peroxide, which affects the service life and performance of the instruments. Wood appliances are eroded by it, and they will also be deformed and cracked, which not only increases the cost of appliance loss, but also brings inconvenience in practical applications.
Furthermore, the stability of hydrogen peroxide is poor. It is easily decomposed by environmental factors such as light and temperature. Under high temperature environment, the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide accelerates, the effective bactericidal ingredients are rapidly reduced, and the sterilization effect is greatly reduced. If stored improperly, even at room temperature, it will slowly decompose, shorten the storage period, and make it difficult to reach the expected sterilization level when used.
In addition, the residual problem of hydrogen peroxide after sterilization is prominent. Although its decomposition products are water and oxygen, which seem harmless, in certain scenarios, residual hydrogen peroxide will still cause trouble. For example, after food processing equipment is sterilized by hydrogen peroxide, if it is not cleaned thoroughly, residual hydrogen peroxide may be mixed into food, affecting food safety and endangering consumer health. In the medical field, if there is hydrogen peroxide residue on medical apparatus, when used in patients, or irritating wounds, causing discomfort or even adverse reactions.
Moreover, there are certain safety risks in the use of hydrogen peroxide. In case of open flame, hot topic or contact with combustible materials, high concentration of hydrogen peroxide may cause combustion and explosion. During operation, if accidentally splashed on the skin or eyes, it will cause burns and pose a threat to the personal safety of the operator.
To sum up, although hydrogen peroxide sterilization has its advantages, the disadvantages cannot be ignored. In practical applications, it is necessary to weigh the advantages and disadvantages, and choose the sterilization method carefully according to specific scenarios and needs to achieve the best sterilization effect and safety guarantee.
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