Applications for Hypochlorous Acid (HOCI)
HOCl is more effective than sodium hypochlorite (bleach) in killing pathogens. Pathogens will eventually develop resistance to chlorine bleach, but they are unable to develop resistance to hypochlorous acid.
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Other names for hypochlorous acid include HOCl, Anolyte, Electrolyzed Water, Electrolytically Generated Hypochlorous Acid, Neutral Electrolyzed Water(NEW), Electrolyzed Oxidizing Water (EOW),Electro-chemically Activated Water(ECA), Super-oxidized water(SOW).
Most of these are brand names used by companies who are trying to distinguish their products. Whatever you call it, hypochlorous acid is very versatile.
Uses
The number of possible applications is almost infinite.
Below is a shortlist of some industries that use hypochlorous acid now
Dental Offices
Disinfect spaces and chairs immediately, sanitize tools and water lines, use as a topical antibiotic
Schools
Very effective hand sanitation and space disinfection without residue or allergy
Hospitality/ Hotels
Quick, effective and affordable sanitation for every point (rooms, restaurants, public areas, laundry, pool, bar, etc.)
Hospital Sanitation
Surface, hand, tool sanitation through washing, fogging and wiping
Swimming Pools
An excellent form of pool water treatment without side effects of hypochlorite chlorine.
Beverage Bottling Plants
Superior, fast equipment sterilization without chemical residue
Produce Processing
Control and prevent bacteria with spray-on, leave on natural product
Restaurants
Quick and affordable sanitation for front and back of the house without odour
Supermarkets
Disinfect and odour control in produce, butchery, check-out lines
Poultry Farming and Processing
Control of virus and pathogens to improve survival rate and bird weight
Dairy
Water dosing and spraying to reduce mastitis, scours, hoof and skin infections
Seafood Processing
Control bacteria such as salmonella or E. coli and improve water quality
Food Contact Surfaces
Safely and rapidly disinfect surfaces without chemical residue
Biofilm Elimination
Cleans pipelines, valves, sensors clogged by bacterial collective
Livestock Feed Treatment
To prevent the growth of fungi and bacteria in feedstuffs
Water Treatment
Superior water purification without residue or chlorine smell
Commercial Laundry
Rapid, effective complete disinfection of clothing