It’s no secret that hydrogen peroxide is good at killing germs – that’s why it is
available in most drug stores as an antiseptic, to treat cuts or wounds on our skin. But
when it comes to killing viruses, bacteria, and fungi on surfaces, whether in LP
facilities, healthcare, or anywhere else, hydrogen peroxide needs some help to get the job
done. Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide®(AHP®), the technology used in SHYIELD™ Disinfectants,
harnesses the antimicrobial properties of hydrogen peroxide but allows it to work
effectively as a disinfectant. Here’s where pure hydrogen peroxide falls short, and how
AHP® overcomes this to deliver an effective solution for cannabis facility surfaces:
available in most drug stores as an antiseptic, to treat cuts or wounds on our skin. But
when it comes to killing viruses, bacteria, and fungi on surfaces, whether in LP
facilities, healthcare, or anywhere else, hydrogen peroxide needs some help to get the job
done. Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide®(AHP®), the technology used in SHYIELD™ Disinfectants,
harnesses the antimicrobial properties of hydrogen peroxide but allows it to work
effectively as a disinfectant. Here’s where pure hydrogen peroxide falls short, and how
AHP® overcomes this to deliver an effective solution for cannabis facility surfaces:
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Stability – By itself, hydrogen peroxide is an unstable molecule. It tends to break down to
water and oxygen right away when exposed to open air and light – this is why
commercial hydrogen peroxide solutions are packaged in a brown bottle, to prevent
exposure. Once applied to a surface, the molecule would break down before it was
able to kill pathogens. AHP® uses chelating agents to stabilize the active
hydrogen peroxide, preventing this breakdown from taking place. The result of this
is a solution that remains stable for 2 years (with the exception of diluted
concentrate, which has a 30-day shelf life. No special storage precautions are
required, such as opaque containers, as SHYIELD™ disinfectant is not affected by
light. -
Speed of Activity – Even if hydrogen peroxide was capable of remaining active for long enough to be
effective, it would not work quickly enough to be a realistic choice for busy
cannabis operations. Pure hydrogen peroxide solutions take anywhere from 10–75
minutes to achieve disinfection. AHP® contains commonly used, safe ingredients
that “accelerate” the action of the hydrogen peroxide, killing viruses, bacteria,
and fungi in 3–5 minutes. -
Occupational Safety – Even a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide, which is the standard product in
pharmacies, is not ideal from an occupational safety standpoint, and some
solutions used in other products are much higher. The maximum concentration of
hydrogen peroxide in AHP® is 0.5%, six times lower than what you can buy off most
pharmacy shelves. The result of this is a solution that is non-toxic,
non-irritating to eyes and skin and is not associated with any occupational
hazards. -
Cleaning Capabilities – Hydrogen peroxide solutions do not naturally contain detergents – this means
that they would not be effective if applied to a surface with any residual dirt on
it. For LP environments, where oils, resins, and other organic debris are
everywhere, using a one-step disinfectant like SHYIELD™, with strong detergency
properties, can make all the difference.
Alone, hydrogen peroxide may be useful for some things, but for cleaning surfaces in
cannabis facilities, it won’t make the cut. SHYIELD™ Disinfectants, powered by
Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide®, use low levels of hydrogen peroxide, with
chelating agents, detergents, and other commonly used ingredients to create a
formulation that is effective against the toughest cannabis pathogens, while remaining
safe to your team.
cannabis facilities, it won’t make the cut. SHYIELD™ Disinfectants, powered by
Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide®, use low levels of hydrogen peroxide, with
chelating agents, detergents, and other commonly used ingredients to create a
formulation that is effective against the toughest cannabis pathogens, while remaining
safe to your team.