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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
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Corrosive, toxic if ingested, skin and eye irritation, respiratory irritation, potential for chemical burns
Benefits
Effective disinfectant, water treatment agent, antimicrobial properties