25L General Disinfectant Hypochlorous Solution

Description

Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl)

Hypochlorous Acid, often referred to as “Nature’s Disinfectant,” is a potent antimicrobial agent naturally produced by white blood cells in humans as part of the innate immune response to combat pathogens. This naturally occurring substance is effective against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, leading to its widespread use in medical, agricultural, and food industries. Due to its high efficacy and safety profile, HOCl is gaining recognition in various sectors

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Important Details

• Hypochlorous solution (HOCl) is 100% safe, non-toxic, eco-friendly, biodegradable, and non-dehydrating. It plays a key role in the future of health, hygiene, and infection control.
• HOCl is food grade and completely biodegradable, and there’s no need to rinse or wipe the area after application. San-O-Tizer is proven to be completely safe for the environment, animals, and humans (including children, pregnant women, and people with a sensitive skin).
• This solution is up to 100 times more effective at killing microbes than bleach.
• HOCl is completely safe upon exposure to your body (hands and face) without any negative side effects.
• HOCl has been recommended in the United States, Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom, and many other major countries around the world as a preferred sanitising agent for denaturing SARS-CoV-2 (coronavirus).
• Unlike alcohol, San-O-Tizer doesn’t damage your skin cells or destroy your natural oils.
• Non-flammable, non-toxic, and non-dehydrating.
• Denatures viruses, bacteria and fungi within seconds.
• Safe for children to carry around and use regularly.
• Effective at low concentration (0.005%).
• Poses no environmental risks.
• Doesn’t require rinsing
• Pet, fish and plant safe.

Additional information

Benefits of HOCl

• Non-dehydrating,non-toxic,hypo-allergenic, and non-irritant.
• Anti-inflammatory, cell repair, natural, eco-friendly, and 100% biodegradable.
• Non-combustible and non-flammable.
• CHILD/PET FRIENDLY
• ANTIBACTERIA
• ANTI VIRAL
• ANTIFUNGAL
• HYDRATING FOR SKIN
• WOUND CARE
• Safe for people, animals, and plants.
• Food grade and medical grade (kills 99.999% of bacteria and germs).
• Halaal approved.
• Broad spectrum disinfectant (bacteria, viruses, spores, fungi, biofilms, and yeast).
• Free from toxic chemicals (no alcohol, ammonia, bleach, sulphates, fragrances, or pesticides).

Limitations of HOCl

While HOCl is a versatile and effective disinfectant, it has some limitations. As a water-based product with oxidant properties, HOCl can cause corrosion on certain metals (other than stainless steel 316 or similar) after prolonged exposure, necessitating the wiping down of metal surfaces post-application. Additionally, its 100% biodegradability means HOCl cannot be mixed with other chemicals and should not be stored for extended periods after dilution to maintain its efficacy.

Water treatment

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) can be used to treat drinking water, but it is not commonly used directly for this purpose. Typically, chlorine (Cl₂) or sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) are used in water treatment because they are easier to handle and apply in large quantities. However, hypochlorous acid is an effective disinfectant, and its use in water treatment can be considered, especially because it is a powerful oxidizer and can kill bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.

Here are some key points regarding the use of hypochlorous acid in drinking water treatment:

1. Disinfection: Hypochlorous acid is highly effective at killing a broad spectrum of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, by disrupting their cellular processes.
2. Safety: HOCl is considered less toxic than chlorine gas and is generally regarded as safe when used in appropriate concentrations for water disinfection. The concentration of hypochlorous acid used must be controlled to ensure it does not exceed safe levels for human consumption, as high levels could be harmful.
3. Effectiveness: HOCl is more potent as a disinfectant than chlorine, as it is more easily absorbed by microbial cells, making it an efficient sanitizer. However, managing the proper concentration in large-scale water treatment can be challenging.
4. Applications: Some advanced water treatment systems or specialized water purification devices may use hypochlorous acid in small quantities, especially for disinfection at the point of use, such as in household water purifiers or in emergency water treatment scenarios.

In general, though, hypochlorous acid is not typically used on a large scale for municipal drinking water treatment because it’s less stable and harder to store compared to chlorine-based disinfectants. Chlorine or chloramine (a derivative of ammonia and chlorine) is more commonly used because they are stable, cost-effective, and easier to handle.

In conclusion, while hypochlorous acid can be effective in disinfecting drinking water, its use is more common in smaller-scale or specialized applications, and chlorine-based methods are more prevalent for larger-scale municipal water treatment.

To disinfect drinking water and effectively kill viruses, fungi, and bacteria, the concentration of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) needed depends on several factors, such as the type of pathogens, water conditions, and the desired contact time. The general guideline for water disinfection with hypochlorous acid is to achieve a residual free chlorine concentration that is strong enough to kill pathogens but safe for human consumption.

1. Disinfection Requirements for Different Pathogens

• Bacteria: HOCl is very effective against bacteria, including pathogens like Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella, and Campylobacter. A typical disinfection concentration is around 0.5–1.0 ppm of free chlorine (HOCl).
• Viruses: HOCl is also effective against viruses, such as norovirus, rotavirus, and enteric viruses. Effective disinfection against viruses typically requires 0.5–2.0 ppm of free chlorine, depending on the virus and contact time.
• Fungi: Hypochlorous acid can also kill fungi, including molds and yeasts, but higher concentrations may be required compared to bacteria. A concentration of 1.0–2.0 ppm of free chlorine (HOCl) is typically sufficient for fungal disinfection.

2. Required Concentrations in Municipal Tap Water vs River Water

The concentration of hypochlorous acid required to disinfect water can vary depending on the water’s quality. Municipal tap water is typically treated to remove organic matter, turbidity, and other contaminants, while river water is often more turbid and contains more organic matter, which can neutralize the disinfectant.

• Municipal Tap Water:
  • Municipal water is typically clean and relatively low in organic material, so lower concentrations of HOCl can be effective.
  • For general disinfection (to kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi), a free chlorine concentration of around 0.5–1.0 ppm is usually sufficient.
  • Hypochlorous acid concentration required: With a starting concentration of 500 ppm, you would need to dilute the solution to achieve the required 0.5–1.0 ppm.

For example:

• • • To achieve 1 ppm HOCl, you would need to dilute your 500 ppm solution by a factor of 500 (500 ppm / 1 ppm = 500). This means you would add 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl solution to 499 parts water.
• River Water:
  • River water often contains higher levels of organic matter, debris, and microorganisms, which can require higher concentrations of HOCl to effectively disinfect.
  • For river water, a 1.0–2.0 ppm free chlorine concentration might be required, especially if the water is highly contaminated.
  • Hypochlorous acid concentration required: Again, using your 500 ppm solution, you’d dilute accordingly.

For example:

• • • To achieve 2 ppm HOCl, you would need to dilute your 500 ppm solution by a factor of 250 (500 ppm / 2 ppm = 250). This means you would add 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl solution to 249 parts water.

3. Summary of Dilution Requirements

• For Municipal Tap Water:
  • Target free chlorine concentration: 0.5–1.0 ppm
  • Dilution from 500 ppm HOCl:
    • To reach 1 ppm: Dilute 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl with 499 parts of tap water.
    • To reach 0.5 ppm: Dilute 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl with 999 parts of tap water.
• For River Water:
  • Target free chlorine concentration: 1.0–2.0 ppm
  • Dilution from 500 ppm HOCl:
    • To reach 2 ppm: Dilute 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl with 249 parts of river water.
    • To reach 1 ppm: Dilute 1 part of 500 ppm HOCl with 499 parts of river water.

4. Contact Time and pH Considerations

• Contact Time: Ensure that the hypochlorous acid remains in contact with the water for a sufficient period to effectively kill pathogens. Typically, a contact time of 30 minutes to 1 hour is recommended.
• pH: Hypochlorous acid is most effective at a slightly acidic to neutral pH (around pH 5–7). In alkaline conditions, the disinfectant is less effective because it converts to hypochlorite ion (OCl⁻), which is weaker.