Wastewater Treatment Chemicals

	For Removing For Removing

Algae

Bacteria

Odors

Foam

	Container Type Container Type

	Form Form

	Primary Chemical Primary Chemical

Glutaraldehyde (15-20%)

Sodium Bicarbonate
(50-70%)

Polyacrylamide

Silicone Dioxide (<1%)

Polyaluminum
Chloride/Chitosan

Chitosan

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Harshness Harshness

Mild

Moderate

Harsh

	Container Size Container Size

	For pH Range For pH Range

11 Products

Algae Reducers

Also known as dispersants, add these chemicals to wastewater to control the growth of algae and other microorganisms that cause foul odors. You can also use them in HVAC equipment, such as cooling towers and humidifiers.

Container
Type	Size, oz.	Composition	Harshness	For Removing	Primary Chemical		Each
Liquid Concentrate
Bottle	33.5	Water Based	Harsh	Algae, Bacteria, Odors	Glutaraldehyde (15-20%)	0000000	000000

pH Neutralizers

Neutralize the pH of industrial wastewater to prepare it for disposal. Unlike other neutralizers that only work on either acids or bases, these neutralizers work on both—they bring low pH up and high pH down without the risk of overshooting.

Container
Type	Size, lbs.	Composition	Harshness	Primary Chemical		Each
Powder
Pail	15	Water Based	Moderate	Sodium Bicarbonate (50-70%)	0000000	000000

Flocculants

Bag

Jug

Pail

Jar

Clump small particles in wastewater together for easy removal.

Polyacrylamide flocculants attract and pull particles together using negatively charged ions (anionic). They’re less toxic than those that use positively charged ions (cationic). Mix granular flocculants with water before use.

Polyaluminum chloride/chitosan flocculants help settle floating particles. They’re best for water that has a lot of particles. Because they’re made of natural materials, they’re also safer for the environment than polyacrylamide flocculants.

Made of crustacean shells, chitosan flocculants are the most sustainable for the environment. Place sock flocculants in the flow of water—they release chemicals as water runs over the sock.

Container
Type	Size	Primary Chemical	For pH Range	Composition	Harshness	Includes		Each
Granular
Bag	55 lbs.	Polyacrylamide	6.0-10.0 pH	Water Based	Mild	__	0000000	0000000
Liquid
Jug	1 gal.	Polyaluminum Chloride/Chitosan	5.5-11.0 pH	Water Based	Harsh	__	0000000	00000
Jug	1 gal.	Chitosan	6.5-9.0 pH	Water Based	Mild	__	0000000	00000
Liquid Concentrate
Jug	1 gal.	Polyacrylamide	4.0-14.0 pH	Water Based	Moderate	__	0000000	00000
Pail	5 gal.	Polyacrylamide	4.0-14.0 pH	Water Based	Moderate	__	0000000	000000
Powder
Jar	2 lbs.	Polyacrylamide	4.0-14.0 pH	Water Based	Mild	__	0000000	00000
Pail	14 lbs.	Polyacrylamide	4.0-14.0 pH	Water Based	Mild	__	0000000	000000
Sock
Pail	5 gal.	Chitosan	6.5-9.0 pH	Water Based	Mild	Four 6' Long Socks	0000000	000000

Defoamers

Control and prevent foam in wastewater systems to improve equipment efficiency and reduce energy costs. These defoamers can also be used in pressure washers and powered floor cleaners. Use with cold water only.

Container
Type	Size, gal.	Composition	Harshness	For Removing	Primary Chemical		Each
Liquid Concentrate
Jug	1	Water Based	Mild	Foam	Silicone Dioxide (<1%)	0000000	000000