Calcium Peroxide Solutions – From Food to Environmental Applications
Evonik is a leading North American manufacturer and supplier of calcium peroxide (CaO₂), offering over 70 years of expertise in peroxygen chemistry. Known for its slow and controlled release of oxygen, calcium peroxide is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution used across diverse industries, including soil and groundwater remediation, agriculture, wastewater treatment, and the food industry—where it plays a key role in applications such as flour bleaching and dough conditioning.
How Does Calcium Peroxide Work?
Calcium peroxide (CaO₂) is a chemically synthesized compound derived from calcium salts and sodium peroxide, known for its fast-acting oxidative properties. In the food industry, it functions as a dough conditioner and processing aid, particularly in yeast-leavened products. By promoting disulfide bond formation within the gluten matrix, it enhances dough strength, elasticity, and water absorption—resulting in improved texture and yield. During baking, calcium peroxide decomposes into calcium and oxygen, completing its role without leaving residues.
In environmental applications, calcium peroxide serves as a long-lasting oxygen source for aerobic bioremediation. Its gradual decomposition supports microbial degradation of organic contaminants in soil and groundwater, making it a clean and effective solution for in-situ remediation strategies.
