Sodium Hypochlorite

Synonym(s)

: Antiformin, hypochlorous acid; sodium salt, sodium oxychloride, chlorox, Javex, javelin water

Mol. Formula

: ClNaO

EC / List no.

: 231-668-3

CAS no.

: 7681-52-9

Molecular weight

: 74,44

Sodium hypochlorite is a chlorine compound often used as a disinfectant or bleaching agent. Sodium hypochlorite in 0.5% w/v solution is called Dakin solution and is used as an antiseptic to clean infected topical wounds.

Application

» This substance is used in the following products: washing and cleaning products.
» This substance is used in healthcare and blend formulations and/or repackaging.
» This substance is used in the manufacture of food products, chemicals, textiles, leather or fur and wood and wood products.
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Sodium hypochlorite appears as a colorless or slightly yellow aqueous liquid.
» It has an unpleasant sweet odor.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	-28.9
Density	g/cm³	1.3	21.2 °C
Solubility	g/ L	1000	25 °C, soluble with water
Vapor pressure	Pa	0	20 °C
Flash point	°C	111	Closed cup
LogP		-3.42	20 °C
Surface tension	mN/ m	82.4	316 mg/ L, 20 °C
Viscosity	mPa.s	6.4	20 °C