Agar Bleach – Sodium Hypochlorite Sanitiser & Stain Remover 5L & 20L
Agar Bleach is a sodium hypochlorite solution (5% available chlorine when packed) for sanitising, mould removal and laundry whitening. Available from Nova Supply Melbourne.
- 5L (BL5) and 20L (BL20)
- pH 12.0 – 13.8
- AQIS approved for sanitising food processing equipment
| Brand | Agar |
|---|---|
| SKU No. | BL5, BL20 |
| pH Level | 12.0 – 13.8 |
- 20L
- 5L
- No Rinsing Required
- BL20
- BL5
Agar Bleach – Sodium Hypochlorite Sanitiser & Stain Remover (5L & 20L)
Made from sodium hypochlorite dissolved in water, with 5% available chlorine at the time of packing, Agar Bleach does triple duty as a sanitiser, a mould and mildew remover and a whitener for laundry. It kills bacteria, yeasts, moulds and many viruses, and is approved by AQIS for sanitising food processing equipment. Nova Supply stocks Agar Bleach in 5L and 20L packs for commercial and wholesale customers across Melbourne.
Agar Cleaning Systems is an Australian manufacturer of commercial cleaning chemicals for hospitality, healthcare, food processing and contract cleaning.
Key Benefits
- Very effective germ-killer: kills bacteria, yeasts, moulds and many viruses
- Excellent sanitiser: suited to food-preparation facilities
- Destroys stains: useful in the laundry as a whitening agent
- Very economical: used diluted for most tasks
- AQIS approved: for sanitising food processing equipment
Specifications
| Brand | Agar |
|---|---|
| Product codes | BL5 (5L), BL20 (20L) |
| Active ingredient | Sodium hypochlorite (5% available chlorine when packed) |
| Sizes | 5L, 20L |
| pH level | 12.0 – 13.8 |
Where to Use Agar Bleach
Agar Bleach is an effective cleaner and sanitiser for:
- Removing mildew and mould from tiles, grouting, baths, basins and shower recesses
- Removing fatty or soapy build-ups in bathrooms
- Sanitising utensils, equipment and benches used for food preparation
- Sanitising fruit and vegetables with Agar Bleach diluted correctly
- Whitening and stain removal in the laundry
How Does Agar Bleach Work?
Agar Bleach contains available chlorine, present in solution as sodium hypochlorite and hypochlorous acid. Hypochlorous acid is a powerful germ-killing agent that kills bacteria, yeasts, moulds and many viruses.
Agar Bleach Dilution Guide
| Task / soil level | Recommended use |
|---|---|
| chlorine concentration from this table | Washing fruit & |
| vegetables | 100ppm – soak for 5 minutes. No rinse is required, but drain well. Please see separate Product Data Sheet “BLEACH for sanitising fresh produce.” Sanitising work |
| surfaces | 100 – 200 ppm – rinse after sanitising. |
| and equipment | 50 ppm – drain after use. No rinse required Make up a solution with the required concentration using the Dilution Chart below. (The water temperature should be varied according to the amount of BLEACH used, as shown.) |
Agar Bleach Technical Data
| Colour | Pale, yellow-green liquid |
|---|---|
| Odour | Chlorine odour |
| pH | 12.0 – 13.8 |
| Foam | Non-foaming AVAILABLE CHLORINE |
| Level | 5% when packed |
| Agar colour-coding category | White 11 Chlorinated Cleaners & Sanitisers |
| Biodegradable | Yes |
| Flammability | Non-flammable |
Agar Bleach Safety Data Sheet (SDS) & Product Data Sheet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agar Bleach used for?
Agar Bleach is used as a sanitiser for food-preparation surfaces and equipment, to remove mould, mildew and soapy build-up in bathrooms, and as a laundry whitening agent.
What is the active ingredient in Agar Bleach?
Water-based sodium hypochlorite solution containing 5% available chlorine at packing.
What sizes does Agar Bleach come in?
Agar Bleach is available in 5L (BL5) and 20L (BL20), as listed by Agar Cleaning Systems.
What is the pH of Agar Bleach?
The pH level of Agar Bleach is 12.0 – 13.8, according to Agar’s product specifications.
Is Agar Bleach approved for food processing?
Yes. Agar lists Bleach as approved by AQIS for sanitising food processing equipment.
Where can I buy Agar Bleach in Melbourne?
Nova Supply sells Agar Bleach wholesale with fast Melbourne delivery.
Is Agar Bleach biodegradable?
Yes. Agar’s Product Data Sheet lists Agar Bleach as biodegradable.
Where can I get the SDS for Agar Bleach?
Use the download buttons in the SDS section of this page to get the current Agar Bleach documents from Agar.
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