Chlorine occurs naturally but not in its elemental (gas) form (as Cl2). It is produced by starting with three raw materials – salt, water and electricity. An electric current is sent through brine, a solution of salt in water, in a process called electrolysis, which has been known for over 125 years. Chlorine production plants … Continued
On 4 March 2024, Euro Chlor launched a new video about how chlor-alkali is used in toilets and running shoes on its social media channels LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook. Click here to watch this video on YouTube and contact Euro Chlor Communications Manager Catherine Potter for more information.
On 29 January 2024, Euro Chlor launched a new video about how chlor-alkali is used in bubble bath and cat litter trays on its social media channels. Click here to watch this video and contact Euro Chlor Communications Manager Catherine Potter for more information.
Bleach, hypo, eau de Javel. Three names for the same chlorine thing that is one of the most efficient bacteria killers: sodium hypochlorite. Chlorinated bleach (or just “bleach”) has been among us for about 240 years now and is still one of the most effective disinfecting agents. Bleach has a distinctive chemical action on bacteria: … Continued
Chlorinated bleach (or just “bleach”) has been an important household chemical for over two hundred years. Whilst most people know it as a disinfectant, used to keep drinking water and pools healthy, it began its life in keeping white clothing from turning yellow during washing. Amongst experts, its chemical name is hypochlorite. Bleach is also … Continued
Chlor-alkali chemistry can help to keep everyone healthy and clean. A key chlor-alkali product is caustic soda (sodium hydroxide), otherwise known as ‘lye’. This lye is carefully handled during the soap production process. Lye is mixed with and oils/ fats (glycerol and fatty acids) to make soap. These oils can include olive and soybean oil … Continued
On 18 December 2023, Euro Chlor launched a new video about how chlor-alkali is used in aeroplanes and mattresses on all its social media channels. Click here to watch this video and contact Euro Chlor Communications Manager Catherine Potter for more information.
On 20 November at the start of the European Hydrogen Week, Euro Chlor launched a s new video about how chlor-alkali is used in fire protection and ships on its social media channels. Click here to watch this video and find out more information and contact Euro Chlor Communications Manager Catherine Potter for more information.
On 16 October 2023, Euro Chlor launched a new video about how chlor-alkali is used in mobile phones and pain relievers on its social media channels. Click here to watch this video and find out more information and contact Euro Chlor Communications Manager Catherine Potter for more information.
At its 2023 Euro Chlor General Assembly in Brussels, Belgium on 8 September 2022 Euro Chlor premiered its first animated ‘Mr C’ video that show how modern life has evolved due to chlor-alkali products. This first video is aimed at engaging young people on the benefits of chlor-alkali chemistry. Click here for more details … Continued