Sodium Hypochlorite

Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is formed when caustic soda (NaOH) and chlorine (Cl2) react. It is widely used for its disinfecting and oxidizing properties.

Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is a chemical compound. It is a clear, slightly yellowish solution with a distinct odour. Sodium hypochlorite is produced by reacting chlorine with a solution of sodium hydroxide, which is created using sodium chloride (salt) electrolysis. Sodium Hypochlorite shows, as well as chlorine, a very high reactivity and oxidizing power, but as a solution it is much easier to handle and more cost-effective than chlorine. Sodium hypochlorite is used in many applications, most of which involve disinfection and oxidation.