Sodium hypochlorite

Other names

Sodium chlorate(I)

Product description

Inorganic chemical compound, the sodium salt of hypochlorous acid.

Application

It is used in aqueous solutions. It is a disinfecting agent (e.g. for pool water) because it exhibits strong oxidising properties.

Key applications

Household chemicals – stain and dirt remover for surfaces (walls, floors) Horticulture – pest and plant disease control, cleaning of garden tools Feed industry – preservative in feed (prevents growth of bacteria and fungi) Fertiliser industry – source of chlorine essential for plant development Textile industry – bleaching agent Dentistry – root canal treatment

English name

Sodium hypochlorite

Chemical formula

NaClO

CAS number

7681-52-9

Delivery / packaging

Plastic containers (mauser, buckets)