The present invention provides methods for producing a non α-keto peracid that has lower toxicity and lower corrosivity.

The system includes a container and a peracid forming composition provided within the container.

A composition for forming and releasing an aqueous peracid solution is disclosed.

The combination peracid-wound application matrices can be used to disinfect and heal various wound types with designed time release of the peracid compound.

Preferred peracid solutions include dilute equilibrated peracetic acid solutions.

A first partial composition contains organic peracid while a second partial composition contains enzyme.

A system for forming and releasing an aqueous peracid solution is disclosed.

The container is permeable to the passage of water and aqueous peracid solution.

The peracid can be produced or regenerated by means of hydrogen peroxide or oxygen.

The composition gives a bactericide which is an aqueous solution containing an organic peracid.

According to the invention organic compounds are selectively oxidized using a peracid or a source of peracid, a transition metal based heterogeneous catalysts and a borate or boric acid in the presence of water.

The non-aqueous medium may be removed just prior to or during application of the peracid.

The peracid solution leaves the container and forms an effective sanitizing amount of sanitizer.

The peracid compound comprises a base compound that is metabolically pertinent to wound healing, the oxidized form of the base compound (a peracid), and an appropriate oxidizer, such as hydrogen peroxide.

The surfactants and peracid solution may be combined, or may be employed in separate stages.