Industrial and institutional cleaning businesses can now source EU-approved biocidal disinfectants from the UK as Airedale Chemical, the only British-based producer, receives BPR approval for its peracetic acid (PAA) products. Following confirmation of its place on the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), Airedale Chemical reports that it has become the sole UK-based manufacturer directly approved for the production of PAA.

Peracetic acid is emerging as a popular alternative to sodium hypochlorite due to its effective biocidal qualities. It also requires no rinsing and is less harmful to the environment and waterways than other more traditional disinfectants.