| abstract |
Low molecular weight monoperoxyaliphatic acids such as peracetic acid are useful as broad spectrum biocides. An even broader spectrum of activity is achieved by selecting monoperoxyaliphatic acids having a carbon chain length of 6 to 9 atoms, which act as sporicides and in a wider pH range. A preferred biocide is peroxyheptanoic acid. The process can be carried out on solid surfaces such as in place equipment, or containers or in liquid media such as process or recirculating waters. |