INCI Name
PERACETIC ACID
Functions
1 Roles
Sustainability
N/A
Category
food
What It Does
C2H4O3
Molecular Profile
Molecular Weight
76.05
g/mol
LogP
-0.40
Partition coefficient (lipophilicity)
H-Bond Donors
1
Hydrogen bond donor count
H-Bond Acceptors
3
Hydrogen bond acceptor count
Polar Surface Area
46.5
Angstroms squared
Ingredient Attributes
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITEIncompatibleChemical Reaction
Bleach + Vinegar (Acetic Acid) produces toxic Chlorine gas. Do not combine in cleaning products.
HYDROGEN PEROXIDEIncompatibleChemical Reaction
Hydrogen Peroxide + Acetic Acid forms Peracetic Acid, a corrosive and potentially explosive compound at concentration. Never combine in cleaning products.
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- PERACETIC ACID
- CAS Number
- 79-21-0
- Category
- food