Determination of Active Chlorine in Cleaning Products: Disinfectant Efficacy

Why Determination of Active Chlorine in Cleaning Products?

What is Active Chlorine and Why is it Used in Cleaning Products?

Active chlorine is a compound with bacterial and virus inhibitory properties, usually found in compounds such as sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) or calcium hypochlorite (Ca(OCl)₂). In cleaning and disinfection products, active chlorine is particularly preferred for the following reasons:

1. Destruction of Microorganisms: Active chlorine disrupts the cell wall of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi and provides hygiene by killing them.
2. Bad Odor Eliminating Feature: Active chlorine provides effective deodorization, especially by oxidizing organic substances that create bad odors.
3. Rust and Stain Removal: Active chlorine can prevent metals from oxidizing and help remove some stubborn stains.
4. Water Disinfection: In domestic, commercial and industrial cleaning products, activated chlorine is commonly used for disinfection of water.

Found in a variety of detergents, disinfectants, mold removers and bleach-based cleaning products such as toilet bowl cleaner, chlorine is listed as a hazardous air pollutant and is also considered highly corrosive. It is also used to bleach paper towels, napkins and tissues.

Why Determination of Active Chlorine in Cleaning Products?

Determination of active chlorine in cleaning products is carried out to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the product. The main reasons for this are as follows:

1. Evaluation of Product Effectiveness: The amount of active chlorine used in cleaning and disinfection products directly affects the effectiveness of the product. Sufficient amount of active chlorine allows the product to provide effective disinfection on microorganisms.
2. Ensuring the Right Formulation: The amount of active chlorine used in cleaning products can vary depending on the pH level of the product. Excess or insufficient active chlorine can adversely affect the effectiveness and safety of cleaning products.
3. Chemical Safety and User Protection: In high concentrations, active chlorine can cause skin irritation or damage the respiratory tract. Therefore, accurate determination of the amount of active chlorine is essential to protect user health.
4. Meeting Product Standards: Determining the amount of active chlorine is necessary for cleaning products to meet quality and safety standards. This is especially important for commercially available cleaning products.

Nanolab Laboratories Group continues to provide services within the scope of Active Chlorine Determination in Cleaning Products. We also provide services in Active Ingredient Testing.

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