Agar Bleach 5% Available Chlorine For Laundry Whitening And Surface Sanitising 5L

Why Choose Agar Bleach For Laundry Whitening And Disinfection

Agar Bleach is a powerful sodium hypochlorite solution containing 5% available chlorine, designed to whiten laundry, remove stains, and disinfect hard surfaces. It is widely used in commercial laundries, food preparation environments, healthcare facilities, and general cleaning where effective sanitation and fabric brightness are required.

Important Shipping Note: This product can only be shipped within Victoria.

How Agar Bleach Works On Fabrics And Hard Surfaces

Agar Bleach releases available chlorine that breaks down stains, organic matter, bacteria, and microorganisms. On fabrics, it helps restore whiteness and remove discolouration caused by soils and body oils. On hard surfaces, it sanitises by killing bacteria and breaking down mould, mildew, and organic contamination when diluted correctly.

Key Benefits And Features

• Contains 5% available chlorine for effective whitening and sanitising.
  
• Whitens laundry and helps maintain fabric brightness.
  
• Kills bacteria and supports hygienic cleaning.
  
• Approved by AQIS for use in food preparation and processing environments.
  
• Economical concentrate suitable for small and large scale cleaning tasks.
  
• Breaks down into salt and water over time when used correctly.

Where Agar Bleach Can Be Used

• Laundry whitening and stain removal on suitable washable fabrics.
• Food preparation and processing areas after pre cleaning.
• Bathrooms including tiles, grouting, baths, basins, and showers.
• Toilets and general washroom sanitation.
• Hard surfaces affected by mould and mildew.

How To Use Agar Bleach Safely And Effectively

• Laundry whitening: Follow the dilution instructions on the product label. Avoid direct splashing on fabrics, especially cotton.
• Mould and mildew removal: Dilute 1 part bleach to 20 parts water. Apply to tiles, grout, baths, basins, and shower recesses. Scrub if required, then rinse thoroughly.
• Sanitising food preparation areas: Pre-clean all surfaces. Apply a suitable bleach solution. Rinse if required.
• Toilet cleaning: Add 60 ml of bleach to the toilet bowl. Brush all surfaces thoroughly. Leave for 5 minutes, then flush.
• Blood spill clean-up: Wear appropriate PPE. Absorb the spill using paper towels. Clean the area with detergent and warm water. Apply a 1 in 3 bleach solution and leave for 10 minutes. Wipe dry and dispose of the solution with plenty of running water.

Safety And Environmental Care

Never mix bleach with any other chemicals, especially acids, as this may produce toxic chlorine gas. Always wear gloves and eye protection. Use in well ventilated areas. Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children. Sodium hypochlorite breaks down into salt and water over time, reducing environmental impact when used and disposed of correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Agar Bleach suitable for commercial laundries?
A. Yes. It is commonly used in commercial and institutional laundry operations.

Q. Can Agar Bleach be used in food preparation areas?
A. Yes. It is AQIS approved when used according to correct sanitising procedures.

Q. Does Agar Bleach remove mould and bacteria?
A. Yes. The available chlorine content effectively kills bacteria and removes mould and mildew.

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- Highly Effective Disinfecting Solution: Delivers powerful cleaning and disinfecting action to eliminate dirt and germs.
- Suitable for Food-Preparation Facilities: Approved by AQIS for use in food processing environments, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Economical and Efficient: Cost-effective for both small and large-scale cleaning tasks, providing a high yield per use.

Laundry Whitening: Follow the recommended dilution instructions on the product label. Avoid splashing bleach on clothing as it can cause damage to fabrics, especially cotton.

Surface Cleaning:

Mildew and Mould Removal:
- Use a 1 in 20 solution of bleach (50ml of bleach per liter of water) for cleaning tiles, grouting, baths, basins, and shower recesses. Scrub if necessary and rinse thoroughly.

Sanitising Food-Preparation Areas:
- Ensure surfaces are pre-cleaned, then apply bleach solution to sanitise. Follow up with a rinse if required.

Toilet Cleaning:
- Add 60ml (1/4 cup) of bleach to the bowl, brush all surfaces, leave for 5 minutes, then flush.

Blood Spill Cleanup:
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (rubber gloves, safety glasses, plastic apron).
- Absorb blood with paper towels and dispose of them in a sealed garbage bag.
- Clean the area with warm water and detergent.
- Apply a 1 in 3 bleach solution (100ml bleach plus 200ml water) to the area, leave for 10 minutes, then wipe and dry.
- Dispose of the bleach solution down the sink with plenty of running water.

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Safety Information:

Caution!
NEVER MIX BLEACH WITH ANY OTHER CHEMICALS, especially acids, as this may produce toxic chlorine gas or other poisons.

- Handling: Always wear protective gloves and eye protection when handling bleach.
- Storage: Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
- First Aid: In case of contact with eyes or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately.

Environmental Impact:
- Proper Disposal: Do not pour large quantities of bleach into the environment. Use water to dilute bleach solutions before disposal.
- Biodegradability: Sodium hypochlorite breaks down into salt and water over time, reducing its environmental impact when used and disposed of properly.