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Chemical compatability

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SAK9

Mechanical
Apr 12, 2002
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I have a laboratory which will be frequently disinfected with either formaldehyde or hydrogen peroxide gas.Some of the utilities serving the room are in copper pipes.Is there any compatability issue here?If yes what is the most suitabe material for pipe work in this room?
 
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According to published info formaldehyde is no problem with copper but hydrogen peroxide above concentrations of 10% can cause corrosion.

 
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