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OXIFLO® - Sodium Chlorite Antimicrobial Solution

High-Strength Sodium Chlorite for Reliable Water System Sanitation

OXIFLO® is a high-strength, 15% sodium chlorite solution developed by Kemin Bio Solutions to deliver fast-acting, broad-spectrum microbial control for water systems and sanitation programs. When activated with a food-grade GRAS acid, OXIFLO generates acidified sodium chlorite—a powerful oxidizer that effectively targets bacteria, fungi, mold, and slime.

OXIFLO

Formulated for compatibility with manual or automated dosing systems, OXIFLO supports precise activation and tailored delivery across food, beverage, agricultural, and industrial water applications.

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Features and Benefits 

  • 15% sodium chlorite solution for cost-effective, high-output disinfection
  • Broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, mold, and slime
  • Effective across a wide pH range (1–10)
  • Low-corrosivity when applied with activation
  • Neutralizes odors and bacterial slime
  • EPA-registered
  • Compatible with TITAN™ application system
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Applications

  • Potable and Process Water Systems
    • Maintains water quality in storage tanks and distribution lines
    • Controls microbial contamination and odor
  • Cooling Towers and Closed-Loop Systems
    • Reduces slime buildup
    • Enhances system efficiency with minimal downtime
  • Food and Beverage Processing
    • Final rinse water, Clean-in-Place (CIP), conveyor lube, and filler assemblies
    • Surface and equipment sanitation with low-residue performance
  • Agriculture and Irrigation
    • Improves waterline hygiene and irrigation system cleanliness
    • Reduces waterborne pathogens for greenhouse and field production
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Mode of Action

When combined with a food-grade GRAS acid (e.g., citric or phosphoric), OXIFLO forms acidified sodium chlorite, which produces chlorous acid—the primary antimicrobial agent—and trace levels of chlorine dioxide. These oxidative compounds disrupt microbial cell membranes, proteins, and metabolic pathways, leading to rapid inactivation of a wide range of pathogens.1,2

In addition, trace amounts of free chlorine dioxide are generated in situ, chlorine dioxide penetrates microbial cell walls and oxidizes vital intracellular components such as enzymes and nucleic acids, interfering with metabolism and causing irreversible cell damage.3,4 Its neutral charge and small molecular size enable it to access hard-to-reach areas and disrupt bacterial slime build-up more effectively than many conventional sanitizers.2

Even at low concentrations, free chlorine dioxide enhances kill speed and provides residual activity—offering extended microbial protection in treated water systems.4

Backed by Kemin Expertise

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Technical Services

Our experts collaborate with your team to optimize antimicrobial integration into existing operations, ensuring seamless implementation and peak performance.

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Customer Laboratory Services

Kemin's Customer Laboratory Services provides tailored lab analyses to help you determine the most effective dosage and evaluate performance metrics for your specific process setup.

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Kemin Application Solutions

Kemin Application Solutions offers onsite support and specialized equipment recommendations to help you accurately dose and monitor use at your facility.

Ready to Strengthen Your Sanitation Program?

Contact Kemin today to explore how OXIFLO chlorine dioxide solutions can reduce contamination risk, improve sanitation efficiency, and protect product quality in your operation.

Fill out the form to connect with a Kemin expert and find the right solution for your operation.

References

1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2001). Food additive petition for acidified sodium chlorite (ASC), 21 CFR 173.325. 

2. Gómez-López, V. M., Rajkovic, A., Ragaert, P., Smigic, N., & Devlieghere, F. (2009). Chlorine dioxide for minimally processed produce preservation: A review. Trends in Food Science & Technology, 20(1), 17–26. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2008.09.003

3. Benarde, M. A., Israel, B. M., Olivieri, V. P., & Granstrom, M. L. (1965). Efficiency of chlorine dioxide as a bactericide. Applied Microbiology, 13(5), 776–780. https://doi.org/10.1128/am.13.5.776-780.1965

4. Gordon, G., & Rosenblatt, D. H. (2005). Chlorine dioxide: The current state of the art. Journal - American Water Works Association, 97(6), 107–121.