Sodium hypochlorite is widely known as bleach and is used as a cleaner and whitening agent. It is utilized as a reagent for oxidation and chlorination reactions in organic synthesis. It is used in bleaching agents and activators, textile bleaching, hard surface cleaner and paper production. Physical And Chemical Properties Physical State: Liquid Solution Vapor Pressure: 12.1 mm Hg at 20C (68F) Boiling Point: Decomposes Weight per Gallon: 10.0 +/- 0.1 pounds Solubility in Water: Complete PH: 11.2 +/- 0.2 Density (liquid): 1.20 @ 20C (68F) Odor: Slight bleach Stability: Stable Freezing Point: -6.7C (-20F) Color: Straw Yellow Sales Specification Minimum Maximum Sodium Hypochlorite 12.5% 15.6% Sodium Chloride 9.84% 12.3% Sodium Hydroxide 0.1% 1.0% Sodium Carbonate 0.00% 0.05% Inorganic Salts of Iron 0.02% 0.03% Inorganic Salts of Copper 0.00% 0.01% Other Inorganic Salts 0.00% 0.01% Water 71.4% 77.54% Packing 550 lb (55 gallon) drum, 4 drums pallet 2650 LB tote
