Sodium Hypochlorite
Sodium Hypochlorite is used for a wide range of applications where its powerful disinfection and oxidation properties are utilized to deliver technical and commercial advantage. It is manufactured by passing gaseous chlorine through a well-cooled solution of dilute Caustic Soda.
| Parameters | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Physical Appearance | Greenish Yellow Liquid |
| Available Chlorine W/V % | 19.75 ± 0.25 |
| Alkalinity as NaOH % | 0.8 - 1.2 |
| Specific Gravity (Beo at 25oC) | 29.0 – 30 |
| Iron contents ppm Max. | 5 |
| Stability (Loses Av.C12 per day at:) % depending upon storage temperature | 0.2 - 0.5 |
| Suspension | Nil |
Transportation
Sodium hypochlorite is considered a strong oxidizer. Products of the oxidation reactions are corrosive. Solutions (more than 40% eight) can burn skin and cause eye damage, particularly when used in concentrated forms. The containers should be kept tightly closed and in a cool ventilated area.
- Transported in M.S. Hard Rubber-lined Road Tankers of 10-30 M.T. capacity
- In PVC/HDPE Carboys and drums
- Bleaching (widely used in paper, carpet washing, and textile industry)
- Formulated disinfectants
- Potable and waste water treatment
- Swimming pool water treatment
- Process and cooling tower treatment
- Odor control
- Chemical intermediates in agriculture, pharmaceutical, printing and metal processing industries
Sodium hypochlorite is considered a strong oxidizer. Products of the oxidation reactions are corrosive. Solutions (more than 40% eight) can burn skin and cause eye damage, particularly when used in concentrated forms. The containers should be kept tightly closed and in a cool ventilated area.