Sodium hypochlorite (also known as liquid bleach) is used for water treatment and as disinfectant in swimming pools. In hotels and public places it has wide application as cheap and effective disinfectant against all types of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Sodium hypochlorite is used in hospitals for disinfecting surfaces and surgical instruments. Being a good bleaching agent, large quantity of this product is consumed in laundry, coir and textile industry.

Specification of Sodium hypochlorite

Physical properties: Pale yellowish watery liquid with pungent Chlorine odour.
Chemical formula: NaOCl
Strength: 10% Chlorine strength
pH : 11-13
Specific gravity: 1.15-1.20
Packing : 50kg in non corrosive HDPE Carboys