Sodium Hypochlorite is manufactured by Chlorine absorption on Liquid Caustic Soda as follows:

Cl₂ + 2 NaOH  ® NaOCl + NaCl + H₂O

Sodium Hypochlorite is corrosive and oxidising. Reactions between Sodium Hypochlorite and acids generate Chlorine, which is a very toxic gas. Because of its instability, Sodium Hypochlorite must not be in contact with organic materials, metals (cobalt, iron, nickel and their alloys and salts), amines, methanol and ammonium salts and must not be exposed to heat and direct sunlight. This product has to be handled with appropriate precautions.

For further information, please contact your local Solvay representative. 

Please consult our Product Safety Information.