Can H2O2 remove ammonia from wastewater?
Generally no. The ammonium ion is extremely resistant to any common oxidant except active halogens (chlorine, bromine, iodine). While free radical oxidation of undissociated NH3 is possible (using catalytic H2O2), the high pH required is such that the primary removal mechanism is volatilization. Methods typically used for ammonia removal include: biological nitrification/denitrification, air stripping (at high pH), adsorption onto selective ion exchange resins or clinolite (a natural mineral), or super-chlorination. Up to Topic Index Up to Question Index 20. I am a rocket hobbyist and would like to learn more about the use of H2O2 as a propellant. This is an area that requires extreme caution since high-strength H2O2 is used. US Peroxide does not support this application by hobbyists given the potential dangers and logistics of transporting the material. You can learn more of the application by contacting the National Association of Rocketry — Technical Services (NARTS) Group at P.O.
