Formalin, also known as formaldehyde, is a chemical compound widely used in a variety of fields, including as a preservative in laboratories, the textile industry and even in some cleaning products. However, its toxicity and impact on human health and the environment have led to growing concern about its use.
Why replace formalin?
Formaldehyde has long been associated with a variety of health problems, including skin irritation, respiratory disorders and even carcinogenic risks. What's more, its use contributes to air and water pollution, harming the planet's ecosystem and overall health. The classification of formaldehyde as a proven carcinogenic chemical agent implies reinforced regulatory obligations. In particular, formaldehyde is subject to specific rules for preventing exposure to chemical agents carcinogenic, mutagenic and toxic to reproduction (CMR). In the European Union, aqueous solutions of formaldehyde (CAS: 50-00-0) are officially classified as
The ecological alternative: peracetic acid
Faced with these concerns, many industries and companies are turning to safer, environmentally-friendly alternatives. One of these promising alternatives is peracetic acid.
What is peracetic acid?
Peracetic acid, also known as peroxyacetic acid, is a chemical compound formed by the reaction of acetic acid (vinegar) and hydrogen peroxide (hydrogen peroxide). It comes in liquid form and is widely recognized for its powerful disinfectant and antimicrobial properties.
Advantages of peracetic acid over formalin :
- Safety : Unlike formalin, peracetic acid poses no major risk to human health or the environment. It rapidly decomposes into oxygen, water and acetic acid, leaving no toxic residue.
- Efficiency : Peracetic acid is just as effective as formalin in terms of disinfection and preservation, and in some cases even more so. It is capable of destroying a wide range of micro-organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi.
- Ecology : Because it is degradable and does not accumulate in the environment, the use of peracetic acid helps to reduce the ecological footprint and preserve the health of ecosystems.
Replace formalin with peracetic acid
Replacing formaldehyde with peracetic acid is an important step towards more sustainable, environmentally-friendly practices. Not only does it protect the health of individuals exposed to cleaning and disinfecting products, it also helps preserve our planet for future generations. As a retailer of organic and eco-friendly cleaning and disinfecting products, we strongly encourage the adoption of this safe and effective alternative.
Apabio, the formalin-free cleaning and disinfecting product
Apabio is a non-polluting, 99.99% biodegradable solution containing no formaldehyde, chlorine, phenol or heavy metals. Apabio is compatible with the disinfection of materials in contact with foodstuffs. This totally ecological organic disinfectant is the total disinfection solution, gentle and non-toxic for man and his environment.
Applications for Apabio to replace formalin
Where terminal decontamination and disinfection is recommended or necessary :
Laboratories ...
Medical environment: medical and paramedical offices, hospitals, medical transport vehicles, etc.
Armed Forces / Police: disinfection of men and their equipment in the event of biological attacks
Disinfection of Morgues and Autopsy Rooms....
Disinfection after death
Communities: central kitchens, nurseries, schools, old people's homes...
Cafés, hotels, restaurants, gyms, swimming pools...
Agri-food industries, pharmaceutical laboratories/ Research and analysis laboratories
Disinfection of technical rooms, installations (tanks, tanks, pipes, etc.) ...
All Air Conditioning or Ventilation systems ...
Automated cleaning and disinfection machines using our peracetic acid-based products
IBL Specifik designs and distributes a wide range of cleaning and disinfection equipment, most of which is automated and uses our formalin-free solution. The couple JETBIO and APABIO is the best example: disinfecting and destroying the COVID19 on the surfaces of a room without human intervention. Fully automatic, simply position it in the room, set the timer and switch it on!
Find out more about our peracetic acid-based products and other environmentally-friendly alternatives, don't hesitate to contact us.
