Bleaching Powder | Calcium Hypochlorite

Bleaching Powder, also known as Calcium Hypochlorite, is a white to light yellow powder with a strong chlorine smell. It is widely used as a disinfectant, bleaching agent, and water treatment chemical. Its ability to release chlorine makes it highly effective for cleaning, sanitation, and deodorizing.



Applications

  • Water Treatment: Used for disinfecting drinking water and swimming pools by killing harmful bacteria and pathogens.
  • Textile Industry: Acts as a bleaching agent for cotton and other fabrics during the manufacturing process.
  • Cleaning and Sanitation: Widely used for cleaning floors, walls, and surfaces in hospitals, public areas, and homes.
  • Paper and Pulp Industry: Used in the bleaching process to whiten paper and pulp.
  • Agriculture: Utilized to disinfect irrigation water and prevent the spread of plant diseases.
  • Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a source of chlorine in chemical synthesis processes.

 

 

CAS Number

7778-54-3

Appearance

White to light yellow powder

Chemical Formula

Ca(ClO)₂

Solubility

Partially soluble in water, releases chlorine gas

Odor

Strong chlorine smell

pH (1% solution)

10 to 11

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