Disinfectants sodium borate

Sodium borate has weak bacteriostatic and astringent properties. Historically, sodium borate has been used as a disinfectant in skin lotions and eye-, nose-, and mouthwashes. However, boric acid is easily absorbed via mucous membranes and damaged skin, and severe toxicity has been observed, especially in babies and children. Consequently, the use of sodium... 

Sodium borate is a white powdery material that, when diluted in water, forms a cleaning solution. Powdered borax is used as a deterrent for pests such as mites and cockroaches. It can be caustic in high doses, but in low concentrations is an effective disinfectant. It s commonly found in laundry detergents, some hand soaps, and it can also be found in teeth bleaching solutions. 

Sodium perborate is also used as a disinfectant, a topical antiseptic, and in some tooth—whitening products. The various borates are quite similar to the silicates, as we wiU discuss in the next chapter. 

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