HYDROGEN-GENERATING AGENT AND USE THEREOF

摘要

A hydrogen-generating agent which comprises a hydrogen compound, such as an alkali metal hydride, alkaline earth metal hydride, or metal salt of boron hydride, and a solid water-soluble compound such as polyethylene glycol or an organic acid, the hydrogen compound being embedded in the water-soluble compound. It is easy to handle. This hydrogen-generating agent slowly generates hydrogen while dissolving in water. The water in which the hydrogen-generating agent has been dissolved has an oxidation/reduction potential reduced considerably to the reduction side. The hydrogen-generating agent is hence utilizable for regulating a reducing cosmetic preparation, beverage, or bath water. The hydrogen generated is utilizable as a fuel for fuel cells.