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Calcium hypochlorite

Chemical Disinfectants

Calcium hypochlorite

Calcium hypochlorite is a chemical compound used primarily as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. It is not a food ingredient and is hazardous if ingested. It releases chlorine and is commonly used for water treatment and sanitation but has significant safety concerns when in contact with skin, inhaled, or ingested.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 24, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Corrosive, toxic if ingested, skin and eye irritation, respiratory irritation, potential for chemical burns

Benefits

Effective disinfectant, water treatment agent, antimicrobial properties

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