Hypochlorous Acid - HOCL
Hypochlorous acid exists as a natural endogenous constituent in all mammals and is an important part of the innate immune system. Hypochlorous acid is produced naturally by the white blood cells of all mammals and used by white blood cells to kill invading microbial pathogens. HOCl is involved in the last step of the Oxidative Route in the fight against infection and invasion of foreign substances.
What is Hypochlorous acid?
Hypochlorous acid, a free chlorine molecule with the chemical structure HOCl, is a weak acid, pH ranging between 5 to 6.5, also known as a super-oxidized water. This simple chemical compound has a broad spectrum of activity and exhibits rapid kill kinetics against a wide range of bacterial and viral organisms.
HoCL is much more powerful oxidant, cost-effective , greener, and immensely potent disinfectant than traditional bleech and other chemical disinfectants. HOCL can be used in multiple applications across a wide variety of industries. HOCl in the pH range of 5-6.5 is considered to be more stable with higher efficacy as Free available Chlorine(FAC) in the form of HOCl is available at max, ready to react and environmentally friendly.The shelf-life of the Aquaox stable Hypochlorous acid can be 3-6 months if stored in a closed container and in a dark, cool place.
AQUAOX™ utilizes electrolytic cells where the anode chamber is separated by a unidirectional permeable membrane from the cathode chamber. This allows migration and separation of the ions to prevent the production of gaseous chlorine (CL2) while generating large volumes of neutral pH HOCL that is highly biocidal, but has a very low chemical load as compared to Sodium hypochlorite.
Nanobubble-Mediated HOCL:
Water that is processed through the Aquaox generator creates a dispersion of paramagnetic chlorine-oxygen nanobubbles, the presence of which gives the water highly functional properties that are not found in “normal” water. It is these characteristics that give electrochemically generated Hypochlorous Acid its unique properties that make it extremely effective.
Aquaox nanobubbles are tiny, long-lasting, HOCL-containing cavities in aqueous solutions. Aquaox generates nanobubbles with a particle size less than 100nm. Nanobubbles of this size are stable in Aquaox solutions. Their stability and size give them neutral buoyance and HOCL-containing bubbles remain suspended for an extended period without rising to the surface and off-gassing. Aquaox nanobubbles have a strong negative surface charge which prevents the HOCL- nanobubble from coalescing.
The longevity of HOCL-nanobubbles increases residence time of Oxygen and thus increases the amount of Oxygen present. When HOCL-nanobubbles are triggered, they destabilize and collapse releasing the Hydroxyl radical. The Hydroxyl radical (OH-) is a three-electron reduction product of molecular Oxygen and the most reactive species of oxygen. It is one of the strongest known oxidizers commonly used to destroy hard-to-kill pathogens, destabilize biofilms, and penetrate the smallest cavities in surfaces deeply removing all contaminants.
How HOCl works?
HOCl is a neutrally charged molecule. The cell wall of pathogenic microorganisms is negatively charged by nature. HOCl easily penetrates bacterial cell walls. HOCL can also penetrate slime layers, cell walls and protective layers of microorganisms, oxidizes the cell walls and effectively kills pathogens as a result. The microorganisms will either die or suffer from reproductive failures. Once HOCL lands on a surface, it reacts with any germs or organic matter on that surface and then immediately deactivates. This is good because it allows for sanitation without requiring a post-rinse, and because no toxic chemicals are left behind.
HOCl is 80-100 times more effective and exceeds the disinfecting properties of bleach by up to 300 times.
Hypochlorous acid is non-toxic and non-hazardous. Unlike most chemical sanitizers, hypochlorous acid is non-irritant to eyes, skin, and the respiratory tract.
Where all HOCl Used?
Hypochlorous acid has a wide range of applications in many industries including Hospitals, Clinics, Assisted Living/Nursing Homes, Dental offices, Veterinary, acupunture, microblading salons, Tattoo palces, Emergency vehicles, Restaurants, Office Buildings, Casinos, Hotels, Cruise Ships, agricultural & horticultural industry, Schools, Universities, Pre-school, Classrooms , Gyms, Fitness Centers, Health Clubs, theators, palces of worship, Spas , Food & Beverage Processing, water treatment, Storage and Service areas, cold storage and many others as a highly effective disinfectant.
HOCl is , currently on the EPA list as effective against the human coronavirus and considered safe in and on food, dairy, and potable water.
CDC recommends to check pH and Chlorine strength frequently for the purpose of proper practice of disinfecting.
Benefits of nanobubble based HOCL:
Disinfecting Redefined
Clean, safe, healthy environments for the health & safety of patients, guests, workers, and employees
Increased disinfection power
Nanobubbles carry HOCl molecules deeper into surfaces and objects, which help to kill more pathogens.
Multiple studies confirm the efficacy of nanobubble-based HOCl in killing a wide range of pathogens.
Improved disinfection time
The study published confirms a significant improvement over the disinfection time of HOCl alone.
Improved contact time
Nanobubbles increase the contact time between HOCl and pathogens, which also helps to kill more pathogens.
No toxicity
No evidence of toxicity in any form has been observed in any independent laboratory testing, which makes it safer to use in food processing and other applications.
Enhanced penetration
Nanobubbles enhance the penetration of HOCl into porous materials, which help to kill pathogens that are hard to reach.
Prolonged shelf-life
Nanobubbles stay suspended and in dispersion preventing agglomeration, thus creating larger bubbles that off-gas to the surface. This helps to keep the HOCL stable and in suspension.