Its known as food-grade because it doesnt contain particular stabilizers that are harmful if ingested.
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Food-Grade Hydrogen Peroxide vs. At 35% concentration, food-grade hydrogen peroxide is far stronger than regular hydrogen peroxide.
What Is Food-Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Used For?
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Its also used in dental products.
Its often used by gardeners, farmers, and agricultural growers to clean plants.
It can be applied on a small scale (like household plants) or in a commercial setting.
Disinfectant
Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful disinfectant.
Dental Products
Diluted food-grade hydrogen peroxide is found in many dental products.
These includetooth whitening products, such as gels and strips, as well as mouthwashes and toothpastes.
Its also an active ingredient in many products used to clean toothbrushes and other oral health equipment.
When Isnt Food-Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Safe?
It has been said to be used for serious conditions like cancer,AIDS, andemphysema.
However, it shouldnotbe ingested, as this can cause dangerous health complications.
This creates a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution.
Its used as a bleaching agent and adhesive for certain foods, such as cheese and flour.
Some people claim that 35% hydrogen peroxide can be used in alternative home remedies for various conditions.
However, these claims are unsubstantiated.
Consuming food-grade hydrogen peroxide can lead to serious and even fatal side effects.
If youve ingested food-grade hydrogen peroxide, you should seek medical help right away.
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