Product: Sodium Chlorite (NaClO₂)

CAS No.: 7758-19-2
Hazard Class: 5.1 (Oxidizing Agent) + 8 (Corrosive)
UN No.: 1496 (Solid) / 1908 (Solution)
Appearance: White powder or liquid solution

Description: Sodium chlorite is produced through the reduction of chlorine dioxide into an alkaline solution, serving as a key precursor for chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) generation. This stable chlorine-based compound is widely used in water treatment (EPA-approved disinfection without harmful byproducts), textile/pulp bleaching (gentler alternative to chlorine), food processing sanitation (FDA-compliant surface disinfectant), and medical sterilization. Available in solid (80-82% purity) and liquid solution (25-32% concentration) forms, it requires strict handling to avoid mixing with acids (risk of explosive ClO₂ release). Regulatory compliance includes NSF/ANSI Standard 60 for water treatment and EU BPR for biocidal applications.