Common Questions

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a weak acid generated through the electrolysis of water and NaCl salt. This compound serves as an active ingredient, known as a biocide, in the production of chemical disinfectants.

Remarkably, HOCl exhibits high efficacy even at very low concentrations. Compared to bleach-based products with higher pH levels, only a minute quantity of HOCَl is required to effectively eradicate bacteria and viruses.

Furthermore, because additional substances such as surfactants or detergents cannot be incorporated into the final formulation, HOCl solutions leave no chemical residues. Consequently, they pose no toxic risk upon contact with food.

This time varies depending on the type of application and the concentration of hypochlorous acid in the solution, but in general, this substance is known as a fast-acting disinfectant.

Sanitization means reducing the number of microorganisms to an acceptable level, while disinfection means eliminating all vegetative and non-vegetative forms of microorganisms. The classification of disinfectants includes high, medium and low level, which depends on the importance and type of intended use.