Molekula
Sodium hypochlorite 14-15%
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is a powerful oxidizing agent and disinfectant widely used in water treatment, sanitation, and industrial bleaching. It is a clear to slightly yellow aqueous solution containing 14–15% available chlorine by weight. CAS 7681-52-9, molecular formula ClNaO, molecular weight 74.44 g/mol. Store at 2–8°C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies sodium hypochlorite from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £52.20 per pack ex VAT · £62.64 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear yellow-green liquid |
| Available chlorine | ≥ 14.0% |
| Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) % | ≤1.0% |
| Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) | ≤1.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028436 |
| CAS Number | 7681-52-9 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium hypochlorite |
| EC Number | 231-668-3 |
| Molecular Formula | ClNaO |
| Molecular Weight | 74.44 |
| Exact Mass | 73.9535 |
| SMILES | [O-]Cl.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | SUKJFIGYRHOWBL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/ClO.Na/c1-2;/q-1;+1 |
| PubChem CID | 23665760 |
| UN Number | UN1791 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28289000 |
| Tariff Code | 2828900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH031 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Antiformin
- Chlorox
- Clorox
- Household bleach
- Hypochlorite sodium
- Hypochlorous acid, sodium salt
- Javelle water
- Javex
- SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
- Sodium oxychloride
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium hypochlorite (14-15%) commonly used for?
Sodium hypochlorite (14-15%) is primarily used for disinfection, water treatment, bleaching, and sanitization in industrial, municipal, and household applications.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of sodium hypochlorite?
The molecular formula is ClNaO in Hill notation, also commonly written as NaOCl, and the molecular weight is 74.44 g/mol.
How should sodium hypochlorite (14-15%) be stored?
Store at 2–8°C in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, incompatible materials (e.g., acids, ammonia), and out of reach of children.
What grades or purities of sodium hypochlorite does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical-grade sodium hypochlorite (14–15% available chlorine) for industrial and commercial use.
Can Molekula supply sodium hypochlorite in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide sodium hypochlorite in bulk (IBCs, drums, or tanker loads) depending on order volume and logistics requirements.
What documentation is provided with a sodium hypochlorite order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a packing list for compliance and safety.
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