EMGUARD® Hydrogen Peroxide 8% — Advanced Hospital Disinfectant
EMG-H₂O₂ · 8% W/W

Hydrogen Peroxide 8%
Advanced Hospital Disinfectant.

A high-level surface disinfection solution based on 8% w/w Hydrogen Peroxide — formulated for critical, high-risk areas of nosocomial infection: operating theatres, emergency departments, and ICUs.

  • Concentration 8% w/w H₂O₂
  • Packaging 1 Litre · 5 Litre
  • Classification Hospital Grade · HLD
  • Form Clear solution · ready to use
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— 01 · Scientific Introduction

A simple molecule,
working with precision.

Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) is a powerful oxidising molecule that works biologically through the release of hydroxyl radicals (•OH) — the most aggressive reactive oxygen species known to the chemistry of life. At a concentration of 8%, it sits at a deliberately engineered point of balance: strong enough to rapidly inactivate microorganisms, yet controlled enough to be used safely on clinical surfaces alongside standard hospital working procedures.

— 02 · Mechanism of Action

Four pathways of damage
in a single microbial cell.

EMGUARD® H₂O₂ 8% works through an oxidative mechanism that attacks the vital structures of a microbial cell simultaneously. There is no single pathway — instead there is a convergence of damage, making resistance difficult to develop.

  1. 01

    Oxidation of the lipid membrane

    Hydroxyl radicals attack the unsaturated fatty acids of the cell membrane, triggering lipid peroxidation that compromises membrane integrity. The cell loses its ability to retain its intracellular contents.

  2. 02

    Denaturation of proteins and enzymes

    Sulfhydryl groups (–SH) on key enzymes are oxidised into abnormal disulfide bonds. Metabolic enzymes lose their tertiary structure — the cell's life processes come to a halt.

  3. 03

    Damage to DNA and RNA

    Oxidation of nitrogenous bases, particularly guanine, produces 8-oxoguanine lesions that prevent replication and transcription. The microbe loses its ability to reproduce.

  4. 04

    Decomposition into water and oxygen

    After acting, H₂O₂ decomposes into H₂O and O₂ — leaving no hazardous chemical residue on the surface. This is the basis of the no residue claim that sets H₂O₂ apart from chlorine or quaternary ammonium.

— 03 · Efficacy Spectrum

A wide spectrum,
broad-spectrum action.

Designed to inactivate the spectrum of clinically relevant pathogens in healthcare facilities — from surface-contaminant bacteria to the viruses most feared by infection prevention and control teams.

Bacteria

Vegetative Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria, including common nosocomial pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA), Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii.

Viruses

Enveloped viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, HIV, Hepatitis B & C. Also effective against more resistant non-enveloped viruses, such as Norovirus and Adenovirus, with the appropriate contact time.

Fungi

Pathogenic fungi and yeasts including Candida albicans, Candida auris, and Aspergillus spp. — relevant for infection control in immunocompromised patients in ICUs and isolation rooms.

— 04 · Why 8%

A concentration chosen
deliberately.

The market offers H₂O₂ at a range of concentrations — 3% for wound cleaning, 35% for industrial use, and 7.5% fogging systems common in European hospitals. EMGUARD chose 8% w/w as the clinical point of balance: concentrated enough for short contact times and high-level efficacy on surfaces, yet controlled enough that housekeeping staff can use it with standard PPE — not industrial gear.

This concentration is also consistent with high-level disinfection (HLD) recommendations for hard, non-porous surfaces in critical areas, in line with international practice that positions H₂O₂ as a cleaner alternative to chlorine bleach and a safer one than aldehydes.

3% (Wound antiseptic)
Too weak for clinical surface disinfection.
8% (EMGUARD)
The sweet spot — high efficacy, a managed safety profile.
35% (Industrial)
Corrosive, requiring full PPE handling.
— 05 · Clinical Applications

For places where
error cannot happen.

Every critical area of a hospital has its own microbiological profile. EMGUARD® H₂O₂ 8% is designed for locations where consistent disinfection results determine patient safety.

Operating Theatre
Between-procedure surfaces · operating table
ICU
Bedside · monitors · high-touch surfaces
IGD
Stretchers · resuscitation trolleys · emergency carts
Laboratory
Bench tops · BSC · diagnostic work surfaces
Isolation Room
Immunocompromised patients · post-procedure
CSSD
Instrument washing & packing area surfaces
— 06 · How to Use

A simple protocol,
auditable results.

Hospital disinfection standards demand a procedure that any housekeeping shift can repeat. The following is the EMGUARD® H₂O₂ 8% usage SOP, designed to be as concise as possible without sacrificing precision.

  1. Step 01

    Clean the surface first

    Disinfection is not cleaning. Remove organic soil (blood, mucus, dust) with a neutral detergent, then dry. Organic matter inactivates the oxidiser.

  2. Step 02

    Apply by spray or wiping system

    Spray evenly over hard, non-porous surfaces, or apply via a moistened microfibre wipe. Ensure the entire surface is uniformly wet.

  3. Step 03

    Maintain the contact time

    Leave the solution wet on the surface for the contact time required by the facility SOP — generally 1–5 minutes for routine disinfection. Do not wipe dry too quickly.

  4. Step 04

    Allow to dry naturally

    H₂O₂ will decompose into water and oxygen — no additional rinsing is required for non-food-contact surfaces. No chemical residue is left behind.

— 07 · Technical Specification

Composition & technical data.

Technical details ready to be attached to procurement documents, infection prevention and control evaluations, or your facility's formulary.

Product Name
EMGUARD® Hydrogen Peroxide 8%
Product Code
EMG-H₂O₂ · 8% W/W
Category
Advanced Hospital Disinfectant · High-Level Surface Disinfection
Active Ingredient
Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂) — 8% w/w
Solvent
Aqua ad — up to 100%
Dosage Form
Clear, colourless solution, ready to use
Packaging
1 Litre & 5 Litre bottles · food-grade HDPE
Efficacy Spectrum
Bacteria (gram +/−), enveloped & non-enveloped viruses, fungi
Areas of Use
Operating theatres, ICU, IGD, laboratories, isolation rooms, CSSD
Application
Spray, wiping, or fogging of hard, non-porous surfaces
Residue
None — decomposes into H₂O and O₂
Manufacturer
PT. Emguard Pilihan Pertama · Tangerang, Indonesia
— 08 · Safety & Warnings

Safe to use,
when used correctly.

EMGUARD® H₂O₂ 8% is a hospital-grade product for external use on surfaces. Every operator must understand the following safety guidance before routine use.

— 09 · Storage

Store it correctly,
and efficacy is preserved.

  • Temperature: Store in a cool place (15–25°C), ideally in the facility's air-conditioned warehouse.
  • Light: Avoid direct sunlight exposure — H₂O₂ is sensitive to UV light.
  • Packaging: Ensure the bottle is tightly closed after use. Do not transfer to a metal container.
  • Position: Store upright. Avoid stacking heavy loads on top of the packaging.
  • Stock rotation: Use the first-in, first-out principle according to the production date on the label.

Behind every surface we disinfect there is a patient who has just left the operating theatre, a nurse holding the three-in-the-morning shift, and a family waiting outside the ICU. EMGUARD® H₂O₂ 8% is not merely a chemical — it is the technical assurance we give to the team that keeps that trust.

— Technical questions?

Talk to the formulation team.

Our technical team is ready to help evaluate your disinfection protocols, provide MSDS, test certificates, and dosing guidance aligned with your facility SOP — ready for presentation to the infection prevention and control committee or environmental auditors.

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