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Sodium Hypochlorite 10%

Sodium Hypochlorite 10% is a liquid disinfectant widely used for water treatment, bleaching, and odor control. Offered in 24 kg drums with stable quality, suitable for various industrial sanitation needs.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number7681-52-9
Chemical FormulaNaOCl
AppearancePale yellowish liquid
Packaging24 kg plastic drums
StorageStore in a cool, shaded, ventilated area away from acids

Sodium Hypochlorite 10% — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameSodium Hypochlorite 10%
CategoryWater treatment
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Sodium Hypochlorite 10%

Sodium Hypochlorite 10% is a versatile chemical widely employed as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. In industrial water treatment, it effectively controls microbial contamination, ensuring safe and potable water. It also finds use in sanitation applications across food processing and institutional cleaning operations. The product's strong oxidizing properties enable effective deodorization and stain removal in textile and paper industries. Handling requires care due to its reactive and corrosive nature. It should be stored in cool, shaded areas away from acids or incompatible substances to maintain stability and prevent hazardous reactions. The product is supplied in 24 kg drums, ensuring ease of transportation and storage. Finstar Chemicals offers Sodium Hypochlorite 10% across Kenya and neighboring markets, providing consistent quality and documentation to meet industrial procurement standards. Users should ensure proper personal protective equipment during handling and adhere to recommended safety protocols. Optimal dosing varies depending on application; in water treatment, typical feed rates range from 1 to 5 mg/L of available chlorine, depending on contamination levels. Industrial buyers benefit from its efficient microbial inactivation kinetics and broad-spectrum effectiveness. This grade is not suitable for direct human consumption or in formulations requiring pharmaceutical purity. Procurement through Finstar ensures access to certified batches with traceable production data.

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Applications

Water TreatmentUsed to disinfect municipal and industrial water supplies by effectively oxidizing contaminants and killing pathogens.
Disinfection and SanitationEmployed in cleaning and sanitizing surfaces in food processing plants and institutions to control microbial growth.
Bleaching AgentApplied in textile and paper industries to bleach fabrics and pulp, leveraging its strong oxidizing capability.
Odor ControlUsed to neutralize foul odors in sewage treatment and waste management facilities.
Industrial CleaningIncorporated in industrial cleaning formulations to remove stains and disinfect equipment.

Benefits

Effective Microbial ControlThe 10% active chlorine concentration ensures rapid inactivation of bacteria and viruses, reducing waterborne health risks.
Extended Storage StabilityProper storage conditions prevent premature decomposition, maintaining disinfectant efficacy over supply cycles.
Compatibility with Industrial ProcessesBalanced concentration enables use in diverse applications without excessive corrosion of equipment.
Simplified Handling and DosingLiquid form facilitates uniform dosing and integration into existing water treatment systems.

Features

Standardized 10% Active Chlorine GradeConsistent concentration suited for typical municipal and industrial disinfection applications.
24 kg Drum PackagingDrums designed for ease of transport, storage, and handling at industrial sites.
Quality DocumentationBatch-specific Certificate of Analysis provided upon request to assure compliance.

Industries Served

Water TreatmentUsed to disinfect drinking water and wastewater, enhancing public health safety standards.
Food ProcessingServes as sanitizer and bleaching agent for equipment and surfaces to maintain hygiene standards.
Textile ManufacturingUsed in bleaching processes for fabric whitening and stain removal.
Paper IndustryEmployed to bleach pulp and improve paper brightness.
Waste ManagementApplied for odor control and microbial reduction in sewage and landfill sites.

Sodium Hypochlorite 10% is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Sodium Hypochlorite 10% is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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