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What is  carbamide peroxide in teeth whitening gels

Carbamide peroxide is also known as urea peroxide or urea hydrogen peroxide. Like any other peroxides, they are oxidizing agents which releases oxygen when in contact with water. The chemical formula is CH₆N₂O₃, or CH₄N₂O.H₂O₂.

The carbamide peroxide is a skin, eye and respiratory irritant. It is also corrosive and causes burns. It does not cause injuries at 10% concentration but it might  at 35% concentration hence causing white chemical burns on the skin and gums alike.  Continue reading →