Description
Bulk hypochlorous acid — manufactured in the UAE, supplied UAE-wide
EFDC (Eco-Friendly Disinfectant Company), based in the UAE, manufactures hypochlorous acid in-house using electrochemical activation technology. Unlike resellers who source HOCl from overseas and repackage it, EFDC produces its own HOCl on-site — giving you direct manufacturer pricing, traceable batch provenance, and consistent quality guaranteed by the same team that has been producing HOCl in the UAE for over 40 years.
Each 1,000-litre IBC batch undergoes independent quality testing before dispatch. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming active HOCl concentration, pH, and microbial efficacy are available on request for every batch.
Why HOCl outperforms sodium hypochlorite (bleach) for bulk disinfection
Many UAE facilities currently purchasing sodium hypochlorite (bleach/NaOCl) as their bulk disinfectant are unaware that HOCl delivers superior performance at a lower effective concentration, without any of the handling hazards. Here is the direct comparison that has driven widespread commercial adoption of HOCl across UAE hospitality, healthcare, and food service:
| Factor | Bulk HOCl (Aqua Protego) | Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach) |
|---|---|---|
| Active antimicrobial molecule | HOCl — ready-to-use active form | Must convert to HOCl via pH adjustment |
| Efficacy at the point of use | Full strength — no dilution losses | Loses potency rapidly on dilution |
| PPE required | None | Gloves, eye protection, ventilation |
| Fumes/smell | None | Chlorine fumes — respiratory risk |
| Surface damage | None — non-corrosive | Corrosive to metals, fabrics, and surfaces |
| Food contact safe | Yes (60ppm variant) | No rinsing required |
| Wastewater disposal | Safe — breaks down to salt & water | Regulated — toxic byproducts |
| Shelf life | Up to 2 years (stabilised) | 3–6 months before significant degradation |
| Dubai Municipality approval | ✅ Yes | Separately regulated — varies by concentration |
Industry applications across the UAE
Hospitality & hotels: The UAE’s hospitality sector uses HOCl for housekeeping standardisation, room disinfection fogging, laundry pre-treatment, pool and spa area sanitation, kitchen surfaces, and staff amenity areas. The 1,000L IBC provides a cost-effective supply for properties with high daily usage. No chemical smell means a better guest environment. Compatible with cold fogging machines and electrostatic sprayers for efficient whole-room disinfection between occupancies.
Food processing & commercial kitchens: HOCl at 60ppm is food-contact safe — no rinsing required after application on food preparation surfaces, equipment, conveyor belts, cold store linings, and drainage channels. HACCP-compliant alternative to chemical sanitizers. Effective against Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, and Norovirus. The 1,000L IBC enables large-scale food safety operations at significantly lower cost per litre than bottled retail products.
Healthcare, dental & clinical facilities: HOCl is certified to EN 14476:2019 (antiviral, including SARS-CoV-2) and BS EN 1276:2019 (antibacterial) — meeting the efficacy requirements for clinical surface disinfection. Clinical HOCl applications include surface sanitation, instrument pre-soak, wound irrigation adjunct, fogging of treatment rooms, and patient areas. Requires no PPE for routine use — reducing staff exposure risk compared to quaternary ammonium or chlorine-based disinfectants.
Facilities management & contract cleaning: FM operators managing multi-building portfolios across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah increasingly specify HOCl as their standard disinfectant for office buildings, retail centres, residential towers, and mixed-use developments. The 1,000L IBC supplies a cleaning fleet’s entire operation from a single order, with the flexibility to decant into spray bottles, mop buckets, auto-scrubbers, and fogging equipment without dilution.
Agriculture & cold storage: HOCl is effective for produce washing, cold store surface sanitation, packing equipment disinfection, and post-harvest treatment. It reduces cross-contamination between produce batches and extends shelf life by reducing the microbial load in storage environments. The 1,000L volume suits large-scale operations including supermarket distribution centres, wholesale produce markets, and agricultural processing facilities.
Private label and white label HOCl production
Aqua Protego’s 1,000L IBC HOCl is purpose-built to serve as a formulation base for private label product development. The solution is supplied unlabelled and can be used to produce:
- Branded surface cleaners and disinfectant sprays
- White label face mists, skin toners, and body sprays
- Custom-branded hand sanitizers and personal care products
- Fruit and vegetable wash products for retail distribution
- Hotel and resort-branded cleaning and amenity products
- Contract cleaning brand products for FM operators
EFDC provides COA documentation, stability testing data, and formulation guidance for private label clients. For brand development support, regulatory documentation (Dubai Municipality, EU Cosmetics Regulation, etc.), and minimum order discussions, contact info@hoclhub.com. Also see the white label HOCl spray page for smaller-volume private label options.
Choosing the right concentration for your application
| Concentration | Application | Industries |
|---|---|---|
| 50ppm | Face mist / gentle skincare formulation | Cosmetics, personal care, skincare brands |
| 60ppm | Food-grade sanitisation / produce washing | Food processing, commercial kitchens, and agriculture |
| 200ppm | Surface disinfection/skin cleanser base / intense disinfection | Hospitality, healthcare, FM, industrial |
| Custom (50–500ppm) | Application-specific formulations | Contact info@hoclhub.com for custom concentration enquiries |
Logistics and delivery — UAE-wide IBC freight
The 1,000L IBC tote has the following physical specifications:
| Dimensions | 120cm × 100cm × 116cm |
| Gross weight | Approximately 1,060 kg |
| Pallet | Standard wooden pallet base |
| Delivery method | Freight vehicle — forklift access required at the delivery point |
| Freight cost | Quoted separately — UAE-wide coverage |
| Delivery lead time | Contact info@hoclhub.com for current lead times |
Important: Freight costs are not included in the product price. Please contact us at info@hoclhub.com or +971-50-2880155 before placing your order to confirm freight costs to your specific UAE location. Forklift or pallet truck access is required at the delivery address to receive an IBC tote safely.
Quality assurance & certifications
- Dubai Municipality Approval — UAE regulatory clearance for sale and use
- ISO 9001 — internationally certified quality management system
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) — pharmaceutical-grade manufacturing protocols
- EN 14476:2019 — independently proven antiviral efficacy, including SARS-CoV-2
- BS EN 1276:2019 — independently proven antibacterial efficacy
- BS EN 1650:2019 — independently proven antifungal and anti-yeast efficacy
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — available on request for every batch
Smaller volumes
Not ready for 1,000 litres? Aqua Protego HOCl is available in 20L commercial containers and 5L bottles for smaller operations, pilot programmes, or initial trials before committing to IBC volume. For private label starting quantities below 1,000L, see the white label spray.







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