Amplicon technical paper 

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Published scientific evidence shows that hydrogen peroxide is highly effective at inactivating DNA and RNA, preventing microorganisms from surviving or reproducing.

Research tells that hydrogen peroxide damages genetic material through oxygen-based reactions, resulting in irreversible loss of cellular function and microbial death in bacteria and viruses.

Studies consistently show that relatively low concentrations of hydrogen peroxide can degrade DNA and RNA over time, while higher concentrations act more rapidly. This effect has been observed across a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses.

These findings help explain why hydrogen peroxide is widely used for disinfection: it not only removes microorganisms from surfaces but also disrupts their genetic material, preventing regrowth.

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