HOCl vs Hypochlorite: Choosing a Chlorine Disinfectant for Winter Deep-Cleaning
Direct answer HOCl and hypochlorite are two forms of the same free available chlorine, and the balance between them shifts […]
HOCl Disinfectant Blog
Read practical Solus articles about hypochlorous acid (HOCl), including comparisons with other disinfectants, product shelf life, storage, and considerations for Canadian facilities. Each article links to relevant products, technical documents, and supporting sources so readers can continue their research without changing any existing post URL. Posts appear newest first and show the publication date, author, excerpt, and image. Older articles remain available through numbered pagination.
Topics address common operational questions and provide educational information. They do not replace the directions, contact times, or authorized uses stated on a product label. To locate a certificate, safety data sheet, or product label, visit the Documents page or contact Solus.
Cold and Flu Season Disinfection Guide (Canada)
How to disinfect high-touch surfaces during cold and flu season in Canada — tested virucidal data, correct contact times, and label-led routines.
Hospital-Grade Disinfectant for Health-Care Surfaces in Canada
What "hospital-grade" means for a Canadian disinfectant: the Hospital / Health Care Facilities use area, label-led surface disinfection, and a lower-toxicity handling profile when used as directed.
Pet-Safe Disinfectant: How to Disinfect Around Pets in Canada
What "pet-safe disinfectant" really means — label-led hard-surface disinfection in homes and facilities with pets, with a potable-water rinse for surfaces animals may contact.
Best Non-Toxic Disinfectants in Canada: A Buyer’s Guide
How to choose a lower-toxicity disinfectant in Canada — comparing HOCl, quats, bleach, hydrogen peroxide and alcohol by handling profile, residue, and Health Canada authorization.
Electrolyzed Water vs HOCl: What’s the Difference?
Electrolyzed water and hypochlorous acid (HOCl) are not opposites — near-neutral electrolyzed water is HOCl-based. What that means for stability, pH and authorized use in Canada.
Where to Buy Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) Disinfectant in Canada
How to buy HOCl disinfectant in Canada: what to check on the Health Canada authorization and label, available formats, and Canadian shipping.
Livestock Biosecurity and Hard-Surface Disinfection
Plan hard-surface cleaning and disinfection between livestock groups, with clear limits for animals, feed, water, veterinary claims, and farm biosecurity.
Health Canada DIN and the Biocides Regulations, Explained
What a Health Canada DIN meant for a disinfectant, what the new Biocides Regulations change, and what authorization no. 02557371 actually certifies.