Sodium Hypochlorite Oxidation of Imazalil: Mechanistic Insights and Byproduct Profiling | Synapse
February 19, 2026Open Access
Sodium Hypochlorite Oxidation of Imazalil: Mechanistic Insights and Byproduct Profiling
Key Points
The research aims to explore the oxidation mechanism of imazalil using sodium hypochlorite and identify the resulting byproducts.
Conducted oxidation experiments using sodium hypochlorite
Analyzed byproducts through advanced profiling techniques
Assessed the persistence of imazalil in various conditions
Identified several byproducts formed during the oxidation process
Revealed insights into the mechanistic pathway of imazalil degradation
Demonstrated the potential environmental persistence of certain byproducts
Abstract
Imazalil is a broad-spectrum fungicide widely used in the post-harvest treatment of citrus and other fruits, and it’s frequently detected in surface waters and wastewater due to its high persistence...