Trichloroisocyanuric Acid(TCCA)

Description

Trichloroisocyanuric Acid (TCCA) is a highly effective chlorinating and oxidizing agent widely used for water treatment, disinfection, sanitation, and bleaching applications.

With an available chlorine content of approximately 90%, TCCA provides long-lasting antimicrobial protection and is commonly supplied in powder, granules, and tablet forms.

Genome Specialities fzc  supplies premium-quality TCCA for industrial, commercial, municipal, and water treatment applications, ensuring consistent quality and reliable performance.

Product Specifications of TCCA 

Property	Description
Chemical Name	Trichloroisocyanuric Acid
Common Abbreviation	TCCA
Chemical Formula	C₃Cl₃N₃O₃
Molecular Weight	232.41 g/mol
Chemical Class	Chlorinated Isocyanurate
Appearance	White crystalline powder or granules
Odor	Strong chlorine odor
Water Solubility	Slightly soluble (slow hydrolysis)
Organic Solvent Solubility	Insoluble
Available Chlorine	Approximately 90%
pH (1% Solution)	2.5–3.5
Decomposition Temperature	Above 230°C
Oxidizing Property	Strong oxidizing agent
Stability	Stable under dry conditions; decomposes in the presence of moisture
Reactivity	Reacts with water, acids, bases, and reducing agents
Hydrolysis Products	Hypochlorous acid and cyanuric acid
Ionic Nature	Non-ionic (releases chlorine in solution)
Corrosiveness	Corrosive to metals when moist
Toxicity	Harmful if inhaled or swallowed
Environmental Impact	Toxic to aquatic organisms
Main Applications	Water treatment, sanitation, bleaching, and disinfection

Applications of Trichloroisocyanuric Acid (TCCA)

Water Treatment & Disinfection

TCCA is widely used to disinfect drinking water, industrial process water, cooling towers, and wastewater systems by eliminating bacteria, viruses, fungi, and algae.

Swimming Pools & Spas

Pool-grade TCCA tablets provide a slow and controlled release of chlorine, helping maintain clean, safe, and hygienic swimming pools, spas, fountains, and recreational water facilities.

Industrial Water Treatment

Industries use TCCA for cooling tower treatment, process water sanitation, and microbial control to improve system efficiency and reduce contamination.

Textile & Paper Industry

TCCA serves as an effective bleaching and sanitizing agent in textile processing and paper manufacturing.

Food Processing & Drinking Water

Food-grade TCCA is used for emergency drinking water disinfection and sanitation in food processing facilities, where strict impurity control is required.

Healthcare & Institutional Disinfection

Pharmaceutical-grade TCCA is used in hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare facilities for surface disinfection and infection control.

Grades of Trichloroisocyanuric Acid (TCCA)

Industrial Grade TCCA

Industrial-grade TCCA contains approximately 85–90% available chlorine and is suitable for industrial sanitation and water treatment applications.

Applications

• Industrial water treatment
• Cooling towers
• Wastewater treatment
• Textile processing
• Paper manufacturing

Pool Grade TCCA

Pool-grade TCCA contains approximately 90% available chlorine and is designed for long-lasting chlorine release.

Applications

• Swimming pools
• Spas
• Water fountains
• Recreational water systems

Food / Drinking Water Grade TCCA

Manufactured under stringent quality standards with tightly controlled impurities for potable water and food industry applications.

Applications

• Emergency drinking water disinfection
• Food processing sanitation
• Water purification

Pharmaceutical / Disinfectant Grade TCCA

Produced with very high purity for healthcare and institutional sanitation.

Applications

• Hospital sanitation
• Medical disinfectants
• Laboratory cleaning
• Institutional hygiene

Available Commercial Forms

Genome Specialities supplies TCCA in multiple packaging options to meet different industrial requirements.

• Powder
• Granules (8–30 Mesh)
• Tablets (20 g, 50 g, and 200 g)