Bleach — Sodium Hypochlorite 12.5%
Commercial-grade sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) 12.5% solution for sanitation, disinfection, water treatment, odor control, and hard-surface cleaning. Clear to greenish-yellow liquid with a strong chlorine odor.
Overview
Level 7 Chemical’s bleach is a high-quality, commercial-grade aqueous sodium hypochlorite solution formulated at 12.5% available chlorine (fresh fill typically 12–15%). It delivers reliable oxidative cleaning and broad-spectrum disinfection performance across commercial, industrial, and facility maintenance applications.
Common Applications
- ✓Sanitation & Disinfection: food-contact and non-food-contact hard surfaces (Follow label directions. Check to see if "NSF" Is required).
- ✓Water Treatment: Check to see if NSF certification is required - wastewater chlorination, shock chlorination.
- ✓Cleaning & Whitening: bleaching, stain/soil removal, laundry operations.
- ✓Pressure Washing: exterior cleaning blends (use compatible detergents; rinse thoroughly).
- ✓Odor Control: oxidation of odor-causing compounds.
For quick verification of free available chlorine, use our active chlorine test strips.
Typical Specifications
| Grade | Commercial / Industrial |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7681-52-9 |
| Available Chlorine (gpl) | ~144 g/L |
| NaOCl (wt%) | ~12.5% |
| Specific Gravity (20/20 °C) | ~1.21 |
| Pounds per Gallon | ~9.88 lb/gal |
| Appearance | Clear to greenish-yellow liquid |
| Odor | Strong, typical bleach (chlorine) |
| pH | ~11–13 |
| Solubility | Completely miscible with water |
| Shipping Option | ~543 lb net weight drum (≈55 gal) |
Handling, Storage & Stability
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Product Notes & Suitability
Sodium hypochlorite is a strong oxidizer used widely for sanitation and water treatment. Compatibility with surfaces, elastomers, and process streams should be verified. Do not mix with acids, ammonia, or other cleaners. Follow all federal, state, and local regulations and your site’s EHS procedures.
Related Options & Accessories
Need NSF certification? See our NSF-certified Bleach. For safe dispensing from drums, consider the GoatThroat GT200S pump.
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