Does Ozone Treatment Harm Cars?
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Prolonged use of ozone disinfection can cause aging of rubber materials in the car. Here is relevant information: 1. Operation time: The ozone sterilization and disinfection process takes 15 to 30 minutes. After completion, the owner should not enter the vehicle immediately but should leave the doors open for several minutes to allow unreacted ozone to fully dissipate, as ozone's strong oxidizing properties can be harmful to human health. 2. Concentration: As a powerful oxidant, ozone can damage various materials. Higher concentrations cause more severe damage, such as green corrosion spots on copper sheets, aging/discoloration/reduced elasticity of rubber (leading to brittleness and breakage), and bleaching/fading of fabrics.
I just had an ozone disinfection done on my car, and the effect was quite good - all the cigarette smell inside is gone. However, I've heard that this stuff has some minor effects on the car. Ozone has strong oxidizing properties, and long-term high-concentration use may accelerate the aging of rubber components, such as causing door seals to harden and crack. Additionally, the leather seats and plastic parts in the car are also susceptible to oxidation, potentially leading to fading and brittleness over time. It's also best to avoid electronic product interfaces, as ozone may corrode metal contacts. I recommend not doing it too frequently - at most twice a year, keeping each session under 20 minutes, and following standard concentration guidelines. After the treatment, immediately open the windows to ventilate and dissipate the odor. This way, you can both sterilize and avoid damaging the car. Usually, it's safest to just open the windows more often for air exchange.
