Decon Green, the Environmentally-Friendly Decontaminant; Conference paper

摘要

A simple solution of hydrogen peroxide, potassium carbonate, potassium molybdate, propylene carbonate and Triton(tradmark) X-100 (a non- ionic surfactant) affords the rapid, broad-spectrum decontamination of chemical warfare agents, even at low temperatures (30 C). The solution is non-corrosive, environmentallyfriendly, and leaves no toxic residues. This novel decontaminant has been appropriately named Decon Green. In situ generation of peroxy anion OOH effects perhydrolysis of nerve agents such as VX and GD to yield non-toxic products. For HD, in situ-generated peroxo species afford oxidation, initially, to the non-vesicant sulfoxide. Decon Green is superior to other common decontaminants for the decontamination of painted surfaces of military interest.