Hydrogen Peroxide 15% ACS Grade

Product Overview

Hydrogen Peroxide 15% ACS Grade (synonyms: Hydrogen Peroxide Solution, H2O2 15%) is a colorless liquid with strong oxidizing properties, widely used in chemical manufacturing, analytical laboratories, and environmental applications. This ACS-grade solution is formulated to meet stringent purity standards, delivering reliable performance in oxidation, bleaching, and analytical processes. The 15% active oxygen concentration provides a balance between reactivity and handling safety, enabling controlled application in titrations, sample preparation, and qualitative/quantitative analyses. The product is supplied with documentation aligned to ACS Reagent Grade specifications and USP-NF monographs, supporting traceable quality control and reproducibility for critical workflows.

The solution is designed for compatibility with HDPE and glass containers, and storage conditions emphasize photostability, chemical stability, and minimal additive interference. Its high purity minimizes residual ionic contaminants, which is essential for analytical chemistry, trace metal analyses, and reproducible chemistries where oxidizing conditions are required. This 15% ACS-grade hydrogen peroxide is suitable for a range of rigorous laboratory and industrial applications, and is handled in accordance with applicable safety data sheets and standard operating procedures.

Key Properties

• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Chemical Formula: H₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 34.01 g/mol
• Boiling Point: 151.2°C
• Specific Gravity (20°C): 1.11–1.12 (typical 1.115)
• Solubility: Completely soluble in water
• Density (25°C): 1.11 g/mL
• Vapor Pressure (20°C): 0.5 mmHg
• Viscosity (25°C): 1.12 cP
• Refractive Index (20°C): 1.406
• CAS: 7722-84-1
• ACS Approval: ACS Reagent Grade; USP-NF Monograph compliant
• Assay (Iodometric Titration): 14.5–15.5 wt% (typical 15%)
• Color (APHA): Max 10 (typical 6)
• Residue (evaporation 105°C): Max 0.01 wt% (typical 0.005)
• Chloride (Cl⁻): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.1)
• Nitrate (NO₃⁻): Max 2 ppm (typical 1)
• Ammonium (NH₄⁺): Max 1 ppm (typical 0.5)
• Sulfate (SO₄²⁻): Max 5 ppm (typical 2)
• Phosphate (PO₄³⁻): Max 2 ppm (typical 1)
• Arsenic (As): Max 0.01 ppm (typical 0.005)
• Heavy Metals (as Pb): Max 0.3 ppm (typical 0.1)
• Iron (Fe): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Copper (Cu): Max 0.1 ppm (typical 0.03)
• Manganese (Mn): Max 0.5 ppm (typical 0.1)
• Nickel (Ni): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Lead (Pb): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Zinc (Zn): Max 0.5 ppm (typical 0.2)
• Aluminum (Al): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Chromium (Cr): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Cobalt (Co): Max 0.2 ppm (typical 0.05)
• Calcium (Ca): Max 10 ppm (typical 4)
• Magnesium (Mg): Max 10 ppm (typical 4)
• Potassium (K): Max 25 ppm (typical 10)
• Sodium (Na): Max 20 ppm (typical 8)
• Reducing Substances (permanganate test): Pass
• Sulfurous Acid (H₂SO₃): Max 5 ppm (typical 2)

Common Applications

• Oxidizing Agent: Employed in chemical manufacturing as a strong oxidizer for synthetic pathways and oxidation reactions, enabling efficient conversion and purification steps.
• Bleaching Agent: Used in textile and paper industries for controlled bleaching, delivering whiteness with compatibility to process streams and downstream chemistries.
• Analytical Reagent: Serves in titrations and analytical procedures where high purity and low impurity interference are required for accurate determinations.
• Water Treatment: Applied in wastewater and process water treatment to remove contaminants through oxidation-based disinfection and contaminant breakdown.
• Industrial Cleaning and Sanitation: Utilized in surface decontamination and sterilization workflows in controlled environments.
• Rocket Propellant (specialized applications): Provides propulsive oxidizer capability in select aerospace systems under approved programs.

Safety Precautions

Handle in a well-ventilated area with appropriate PPE including chemical-resistant gloves, splash goggles, and a lab coat. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight in HDPE or glass containers, with containers tightly closed to minimize vapor release. Maintain segregation from organic materials and reducing agents to prevent hazardous reactions and device damage. Ensure proper ventilation in storage areas and follow standard operating procedures for handling oxidizers to prevent contact with incompatible materials. Regularly inspect containers for signs of leakage or degradation and use secondary containment where applicable.

Emergency and exposure considerations: In case of skin or eye contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention for irritation or burns. For inhalation, move to fresh air immediately and seek medical evaluation if symptoms persist. If ingested, do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth and seek urgent medical care. Transport and respond according to UN 2014 guidelines and local regulations for hazardous materials, with appropriate spill response kits and trained personnel available.

Benefits

✔ ACS-Grade purity – Reliable analytical performance with low impurity levels and compatibility with standardized testing methods.
✔ Consistent assay and low impurity profile – Tight control on assay, color, and residue ensures traceable quality across batches.
✔ Broad applicability – Suitable for oxidation, bleaching, analytical chemistries, and environmental applications with robust storage stability.