Description
Sodium hypochlorite is a chemical compound with the formula NaClO. It is a clear, pale yellow or greenish liquid with a strong odor of chlorine. Sodium hypochlorite is commonly referred to as bleach, and it is a powerful oxidizing agent and disinfectant.
It is used for various purposes, such as disinfection of drinking water, swimming pools, and other water sources, to remove stains and whiten fabrics, paper, and other materials, to remove organic and inorganic contaminants and as a disinfectant for skin and wounds in medicine.
Usage
- Water treatment
- Surface disinfection
- Bleaching agent
- Wastewater treatment
- Food processing
- Medical applications
Manufactured by DNIPROAZOT