Sodium hypochlorite is also known as soda bleach or chlorine bleach. It is an excellent steriliser, oxidiser and decolouring agent, and also acts as a germicide, fungicide and deodorant. The chemical is used as a bleaching agent for rayon pulp, paper and fabrics; as household bleach for fly control; and for industrial water treatment and pool chlorination. It also finds application as a food additive.
Product specifications:
Formula |
NaOCl |
Name |
Sodium hypochlorite |
Synonyms |
Soda bleach, chlorine bleach |
Specifications |
Specific gravity at 25 °C: Min. 1.170
Available chlorine: Min. 12.00% wt
Total alkali as NaOH: Max. 1.50% wt
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Applications |
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Bleaching agent for rayon pulp and paper, cotton, linen and jute
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Disinfectant and deodorant in dairies and creameries (sterilisation)
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Water treatment (chlorination)
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Household bleach
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Pool chlorination
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Fly control (sterilisation)
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Germicide
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Fungicide
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