Hypochlorous acid, or HOCl, is a weak acid naturally produced by the body’s white blood cells to fight against viruses and bacteria.
WHAT DOES THE EPA SAY ABOUT HYPOCHLOROUS ACID (HOCl)?
In response to the current crisis, the EPA has actually loosened regulations on the production of HOCl “to help ensure that disinfectant products remain available as the country responds to the current pandemic.”¹ The FDA and EPA both recognize the effectiveness and safety of this active ingredient.