The purpose of this study was to determine if Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide is a viable alternative disinfectant to chlorine dioxide in rodent facilities. It was concluded that AHP is as effective as chlorine dioxide when used during rodent cage changes.
Chlorine Dioxide or Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide: Can we switch? Do we want to? Did it work?
Maintaining a high level of sanitation is essential for animal research facilities. Researcher and technician compliance, including appropriate application, is a common problem. Historically, our standard protocol included using a Chlorine Dioxide disinfectant (Clidox-S) followed by a wipe down with a less corrosive cl