CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Chemical Name

Sodium Hypochlorite Solution

Chemical Formula:

Naocl

Molecular weight:

74.44

Total available chlorine:

100 G/L

Free Sodium Hydroxide as NaOH:

10 G/L

Specific Gravity:

1160

Temperature:

17 °C

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance:

Yellowish to greenish liquid

Odor:

Chlorine like odor

Solubility:

100% in water

Density:

1.07 – 1.10

Concentration:

10.5%

Boiler point:

40C (104F)

Meeting point:

-6C (21F)

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability:

Slowly decomposes on contact with air. Rate increases with the concentration and temperature. Exposure to sunlight accelerates decomposition. Sodium Hypochlorite becomes less toxic with age.

Hazardous Decomposition Product:

Emits toxic fumes of Chlorine when heated to decomposition. Sodium oxide at high temperatures.

Hazardous Polymerization :

Will not occur.

Continuous to avoid :

Light, heat and incompatibles.

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Potential Health effects:

N/A

Inhalation:

May cause irritation to the respiratory that (Nose and throat; symptoms may include coughing and sore throat)

Ingestion :

May cause nausea and vomiting.

Skin contact :

May irritate skin.

Eye contact :

Contact may cause severe irritation and damage especially at higher concentration.

Chronic Exposure :

A constant irritant to the eyes and throat. Low potential or sensitization after exaggerated exposure to damage skin.

Aggravation of pre-existing conditions:

Persons with impaired respiratory function, or heart disorders (or disease) may be more susceptible to the effects of substance.

FIST AID MEASURES (Safety Precaution):

Inhalation:

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give Oxygen, get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion :

If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin contact :

Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention immediately. Wash clothing before re-use. Thoroughly clean shoes before re-use.

Eye contact :

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:

Fire:

Not considered to be a fire hazard, substance releases oxygen when heated, which may increase the severity of an existing fire containers may rupture from pressure build-up.

Explosion :

This solution is not considered to be an explosion hazard. Anhydrous sodium hypochlorite is very explosive.

Fire extinguishing media :

Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers to dilute liquid and control vapour.

Special information:

In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH – approved self – contained breathing apparatus with full face shield operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.