Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a naturally occurring oxidizing agent produced by white blood cells to defend against pathogens.
Through modern electrolysis technology, this same compound is now available for industrial and agricultural sanitation which is non-toxic, biodegradable, and powerfully effective.
HOCl is the core active in the Atom8 WAC-6 organic sanitizer system, bridging biological safety with nanotechnological efficiency.
How HOCl Works
- Destroys microbial membranes by oxidation.
- Denatures proteins and enzymes, halting metabolism.
- Breaks down biofilms on surfaces and in water lines.
- Oxidizes volatile organic compounds, eliminating odours.
Multi-site oxidation ensures microbes cannot develop resistance.
Benefits Across Systems
| Domain | Mechanism of Action | Key Advantages | Typical Applications |
| 🧍♀️ People | Oxidizes bacterial and viral membranes · Neutralizes odours | Safe on skin · Non-toxic · Alcohol-free · 99.999 % kill rate | Hand & surface sanitizers · Clinical disinfection · Oral & wound care · Fogging in occupied spaces |
| 🌱 Plants | Destroys pathogenic bacteria & fungi · Breaks root-zone biofilms | Prevents rot & mildew · Improves root oxygenation · Extends postharvest life | Irrigation sanitation · Hydroponics · Foliar sprays · Packhouse wash |
| 🏭 Production Systems | Rapid oxidative sterilization · Converts to salt + water | Non-corrosive · Residue-free · Eco-safe · Cost-effective | Food & beverage plants · Cooling towers · Water recycling · Waste management |
Synergistic Technologies
| Nano Bubbles (Atom8 “Real Rain”) | Boosts oxidation and penetration into biofilms. |
| Polylysine + Q-Chitosan | Adds antimicrobial and flocculating power for clean water. |
| WAC-6 Organic Sanitizer | Stabilizes HOCl for long-term residual protection. |
Environmental and Safety Profile
- 100 % biodegradable → reverts to NaCl + H₂O
- pH 5.5 – 7.0 · Non-volatile · Non-flammable
- Safe for humans, animals, and plants
- Produced on-site via low-energy electrolysis
- Replaces alcohols, peroxides, and chlorine bleach
Performance Metrics
| Application | Concentration (ppm) | Result / Efficacy |
| Medical surface | 100 – 200 | 5-log pathogen reduction in ≤ 60 s |
| Food processing line | 50 – 100 | Pathogen elimination · Residue-free |
| Hydroponic irrigation | 5 – 20 | Biofilm prevention · O₂ enhancement |
| Air & surface fogging | 100 – 200 | Rapid pathogen suppression |
Circular Sanitation Model
HOCl is the link between biology and technology, a molecule that cleans, heals, and restores without harm.
By integrating HOCl generation into Atom8 systems, Dry Tech Aerogels enables a closed-loop green sanitation cycle for water, soil, and air.
