| abstract |
The present invention provides a stabilized hypohalous acid solution (or formulation thereof) that can be conveniently packaged for sale or stored for later use as required. The invention further provides a method of making a stabilized hypohalous acid solution, and, among other uses, disinfects mammalian tissue, including wounds and burns, disinfects or cleans surfaces, or Methods of use for treating and / or storing food and cut flowers are provided. A stabilized solution or formulation thereof comprising hypohalous acid and a stable amount of dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC), wherein the solution has a free effective chlorine (AFC) content of from about 10 to about 10,000 ppm, The pH of the solution is about 4.0 to about 7.5. [Selection] Figure 9 |