From: "David Borden" <[email protected]> Reply-To: [email protected] Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 22:47:23 -0700 To: <[email protected]> Subject: RE: CS>Fibroyalgia Resent-From: [email protected] Resent-Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 22:47:46 -0700
What is H2o2, and where do I learn more about it? **************************************** Hi Dave, I had just been researching that subject today. See below: H2O2 PRODUCT INFORMATION hazard classes of different concentrations Various governmental agencies have established rules and regulations covering the transportation, storage and handling of hazardous materials such as H2O2. The rules are based on a classification rating system which considers many factors, such as risks to employees, the public, the environment, and property. You should check with your local fire department and environmental health agency for specific guidance. Depending on its concentration, H2O2 may be considered an Oxidizer (fire hazard), a Corrosive (health hazard), and/or Unstable/Reactive (explosion hazard). And with H2O2, concentration can mean the difference between toothpaste and rocket fuel. In general, small quantities of high strength H2O2 may present a greater hazard than large quantities of low strength H2O2. The following entry lists the hazard ratings of various strengths of H2O2, according to the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29. Where numerical classifications are included, they are in accordance with nationally recognized standards. < 8% H2O2 Examples: Baking soda - peroxide toothpaste (0.5%) Contact lens sterilizer (2%) Over-the-counter drug store Hydrogen Peroxide (3%) Liquid detergent bleach (5%) Hair bleach (7.5%) Rating(s): Non-hazardous Also check at : http://educate-yourself.org/cs/ and http://www.h2o2.com/ If you plan to try it, try the 3% from the drugstore first. Jack
