What is Mixed oxidant?

Mixed oxidant solution is a type of disinfectant which is used for disinfecting, sterilization and eliminating pathogenic microorganisms in water and in many other applications. Using a mixed oxidant solution for water disinfection, compared to other methods, may have various benefits such as higher disinfecting power, stable residual chlorine in water, improved taste and odor, elimination of biofilm, and safety. Mixed-oxidant solution is produced by electrolysis of sodium chloride and is a mixture of disinfecting compounds. The main component of this product is chlorine and its derivatives. It may also contain high amounts of solution, dissolved ozone, , and oxygen, from which the name "mixed oxidant", is derived.