Sodium hypochlorite (bleach)

Description

1. Product Overview
   Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach) is a high-performance inorganic chemical widely used as a powerful oxidizing and disinfecting agent across industrial and municipal sectors. It serves as a core active ingredient in water treatment, sanitation, and chemical processing applications due to its strong antimicrobial and bleaching properties. Its ability to rapidly eliminate bacteria, viruses, and organic contaminants makes it an essential input in public health infrastructure and industrial hygiene systems. In global markets, it remains strategically important due to its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and critical role in maintaining sanitation standards across essential industries.
2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl) in aqueous solution
• Available Concentration: 10%–15% (industrial grade typical range)
• Purity / Grade: Industrial grade / Technical grade available
• Physical Characteristics: Pale yellow to greenish liquid with chlorine-like odor
• Density: ~1.10–1.25 g/cm³ (depending on concentration)
• pH Level: Highly alkaline (pH 11–13)
• Stability: Decomposes gradually under heat, light, and contamination exposure
• Packaging Options:
  • 25L HDPE drums
  • 200L industrial drums
  • 1000L IBC totes
  • Bulk tanker shipments
• Shelf Life: 3–6 months under proper storage conditions (cool, dark, ventilated)

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Water Treatment: Municipal drinking water disinfection, wastewater treatment, and effluent control
• Healthcare & Sanitation: Hospital surface disinfection, infection control protocols, and hygiene management
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Bleaching agent for pulp processing and paper whitening
• Textile Industry: Fabric bleaching and color correction processes
• Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate oxidizing agent in various synthesis processes
• Food Processing Facilities: Equipment sanitation and controlled disinfection applications (regulated use)
  Its superior oxidizing strength ensures rapid microbial kill rates and effective organic decomposition, offering a cost-efficient alternative to more complex disinfectant systems while maintaining high operational throughput.

4. Competitive Advantages

• High Active Chlorine Stability: Consistent disinfection performance across batches
• Cost Efficiency: Low-cost per unit of active chlorine compared to alternative disinfectants
• Reliable Supply Chain: Scalable production and bulk availability for continuous industrial demand
• Logistics Optimization: Compatible with standard chemical bulk transport infrastructure
• Environmental Compliance: Breaks down into salt and water, minimizing long-term environmental residue
• Technical Documentation Support: Full COA, MSDS, and regulatory compliance documentation available
• Versatility: Broad application across multiple high-volume industrial sectors
• Operational Efficiency: Fast-acting antimicrobial performance reduces process time and chemical dosage requirements

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity:
  • 20–24 MT per 20-foot container (depending on packaging configuration)
  • Bulk tanker shipments available upon request
• Supply Terms: FOB / CIF / CFR available depending on destination port
• Packaging Standard: Export-grade, UN-compliant HDPE containers and bulk tankers
• Lead Time: 7–21 days depending on order volume and destination