SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) - Sixth revised edition
1.Identification 1.1GHS Product identifier
Product name
sodium hypochlorite
1.2Other means of identification
Product number Other names
-
milton
1.3Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Identified uses
Uses advised against
1.4Supplier's details
Company Address Telephone Fax
1.5Emergency phone number
For industry use only. no data available
Emergency phone number Service hours Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT
hours).
2.Hazard identification 2.1Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin corrosion, Category 1B
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short-term (Acute) - Category Acute 1
2.2GHS label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram(s)
Signal word
Hazard statement(s) Precautionary statement(s) Prevention
Danger
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Response
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/… P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P391 Collect spillage.
Storage Disposal
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...
2.3Other hazards which do not result in classification
none
3.Composition/information on ingredients 3.1Substances
Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number Concentration sodium hypochlorite sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 none 100% 4.First-aid measures 4.1Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
4.2Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
no data available
4.3Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
no data available
5.Fire-fighting measures 5.1Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2Specific hazards arising from the chemical
no data available
5.3Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
6.Accidental release measures 6.1Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.
6.2Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
6.3Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
7.Handling and storage 7.1Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
8.Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
no data available
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
8.3Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Wear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Respiratory protection
Wear dust mask when handling large quantities.
Thermal hazards
no data available
9.Physical and chemical properties Physical state colourless liquid with strong odour Colour no data available Odour no data available Melting point/ freezing -16oC point
Boiling point or initial 111°C boiling point and boiling range
Flammability no data available Lower and upper explosion no data available limit / flammability limit
Flash point no data available Auto-ignition no data available temperature Decomposition no data available temperature pH no data available Kinematic viscosity no data available Solubility In water:decomposes. Partition coefficient no data available n-octanol/water (log value)
Vapour pressure no data available Density and/or relative 1.097g/mLat 25°C density
Relative vapour density no data available Particle characteristics no data available
10.Stability and reactivity 10.1Reactivity
no data available
10.2Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
10.4Conditions to avoid