Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
7681-52-9
Molecular Formula
ClNaO
Molecular Weight
74.44 g/mol
Synonym

Hypochlorous acid, sodium salt

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is a chemical compound widely used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. It is commonly found in household bleach and in water treatment, where it helps kill bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. It is also used in industrial processes for bleaching textiles and paper.