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.
Transported in M.S. Hard Rubber-lined Road Tankers of 10-30 M.T. capacity
In PVC/HDPE Carboys and drums
Applications
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
Odour control
Chemical intermediates in agriculture, pharmaceutical, printing and metal processing industries
Material Handling:
Sodium hypochlorite is considered a strong oxidizer. Products of the oxidation reactions are corrosive. Solutions (more than 40% weight) 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.