Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) - Sodium Hypochlorite

1. Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name : Sodium Hypochlorite
Catalog Codes : SLS1654
CAS# : Mixture.
RTECS : Not applicable.
TSCA :TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium hypochlorite; Sodium hydroxide;
Water
CI# : Not applicable.
Synonym :Chlorine Bleach, Bleach, Soda Bleach, Chlorox, Sodium
Hypochlorite, Solution, 5% Available Chlorine
Chemical Name : Hypochlorous acid, sodium salt, solution
Chemical Formula : Not applicable.
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Supplier:
PetroPath Fluids India Pvt.Ltd
#9,Naik Business House, 1st Main, Brindavan Extension,
Arekere Mico Layout, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore-560076
MOB: +91-9901274500/ +91-9901260100
Mail: [email protected]

2. Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 4-7
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 <1
Water 7732-18-5 >92

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Sodium hypochlorite: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5800

mg/kg [Mouse]. 8910 mg/kg [Rat].
3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant),
ofingestion, Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive).

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 Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung sensitizer), Non-corrosive for lungs.
Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of
eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation of the
spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by
coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Prolonged exposure may result in skin
burns and ulcerations. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation.
Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin
inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally,
blistering.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 3 (Not classifiable for human) by IARC [Sodium
hypochlorite],
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. [Sodium hypochlorite],
Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells [Sodium hydroxide]. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS :
Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic
to lungs, mucous membranes, skin, and eyes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray
mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent
attacks of bronchial infection.
4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get
medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an
emollient. Cold water may be used, Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean
shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial
cream. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is

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difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is
not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie,
belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product : Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature : Not applicable.
Flash Points : Not applicable.
Flammable Limits : Not applicable.
Products of Combustion : Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: combustible materials, metals, organic
materials
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Non-explosive in presence of
shocks.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:
Releases chlorine when heated above 35 deg. C. The substance itself is non-
combustible and does not burn. However, when heated to decomposition it emits
corrosive and/or toxic fumes. May ignite combustibles. Fire risk in contact with organic
materials. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
Anhydrous Sodium Hypochlorite is very explosive. Primary amines and calcium
hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite react to form normal chloramines, which are
explosive. Interaction of ethylene mine with sodium (or other) hypochlorite gives the
explosive N-chloro compound. Removal of formic acid from industrial waste streams with
sodium hypochlorite soln becomes explosive at 55 deg C. Several explosions involving
methanol and sodium hypochlorite were attributed to formation of methyl hypochlorite,
especially in presence of acid or other etherification catalyst. Use of sodium hypochlorite
soln to destroy acidified benzyl cyanide residues caused a violent explosion, thought to

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 have been due to formation of nitrogen trichloride. (Sodium hypochlorite)
6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an
appropriate waste disposal container.
Large Spill:
Corrosive liquid. Oxidizing material. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Avoid
contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance
damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to
divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if
needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a
concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep locked up. Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Keep away from combustible material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe
gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient

ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice

immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Keep away from incompatibles such as reducing agents, combustible materials, organic
materials, metals, acids.
Storage:
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Separate
from acids, alkalies, reducing agents and combustibles. See NFPA 43A, Code for the
Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers. Air Sensitive to light. Store in light-resistant
containers.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value.
Personal Protection:
Face shield, Full suit, Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator
or equivalent Gloves & Boots.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles, Full suit, Vapor respirator, Boots & Gloves. A self contained breathing

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apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective
clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits:
Sodium hypochlorite TWA: 1 CEIL: 1 (ppm as Cl2) STEL: 1 (ppm as Cl2) from ACGIH
(TLV) [United States] Sodium hydroxide STEL: 2 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United
States] TWA: 2 CEIL: 2 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] CEIL: 2 (mg/ m3)
from NIOSH Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance : Liquid.
Odor : Characteristic / Chlorine-like (Slight.)
Taste : Not available.
Molecular Weight : Not applicable.
Color : Colorless to light greenish yellow
pH (1% soln/water) : Neutral.
Boiling Point : Decomposition temperature: 40°C (104°F)
Melting Point : Not available.
Critical Temperature : Not available.
Specific Gravity : 1.07 - 1.093 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure : 2.3 kPa (@ 20°C)
Vapor Density : The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water).
Volatility : Not available.
Odor Threshold : Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. : Not available.
Ionicity (in Water) : Not available.
Dispersion Properties : See solubility in water.
Solubility : Easily soluble in cold water.
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability : The product is stable.
Instability Temperature : Not available.
Conditions of Instability : Incompatible materials. light, air, heat
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with reducing agents, combustible
materials, organic materials, metals, acids.
Corrosivity:
Extremely corrosive in presence of aluminum. Corrosive in presence of stainless
steel(304), of stainless steel(316). Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:

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Decomposed by carbon dioxide from air. Slowly decomposes on contact with air.
Unstable in air unless mixed with sodium hydroxide. Incompatible with ammonium
acetate, ammonium carbonate, ammonium nitrate, ammonium oxalate, and
ammonium phosphate. Decompostion of sodium hypochlorite takes place within a few
seconds with these salts. Also incompatible with primary amines, phenyl acetonitrile,
ethyleneimine, methanol, acidified benzyl cyanide, formic acid, urea, nitro
compounds, methylscellulose, celloluse, aziridine, ether, ammonia. Mixing this product
with chemicals (e.g. ammonia, acids, detergents, etc.) or organic matter (e.g. urine,
feces, etc.) will release chlorine gas. Chloramine gas may be evolved when ammonia
and bleach are mixed. Decomposed by hot water. Sensitive to light. Exposure to light
accelerates decompositon.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity:
Sodium Hypochlorite is extremely corrosive to brass, and moderately corrosive to
bronze. There is no corrosivity information for copper.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin, Eye contact, Inhalation, Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 5800 mg/kg [Mouse].
(Sodium hypochlorite)
Chronic Effects on Humans:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 3 (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC
[Sodium hypochlorite].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. [Sodium hypochlorite].
Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells [Sodium hydroxide].
Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous
membranes, skin, eyes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, Hazardous in case of
skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive). Slightly hazardous in case of
inhalation (lung sensitizer, lung corrosive).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: May affect genetic material (mutagenic)
(Sodium hypochlorite)
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Potential Health Effects: Can cause severe irritation and possible burns to skin and eyes.
Eye contact may also cause corneal and conjunctival edema, conjunctival hemorrhages.

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Contact with skin may also cause vesicular eruptions and eczematoid dermatitis which
becomes evident upon re-exposure. Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause
conjunctivitis. Ingestion can cause burns to the digestive tract. Symptoms may include:
1. pain and inflammation of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, and stomach, 2. erosion of
the mucous membranes (chiefly of the stomach), nausea, vomiting, choking, coughing,
hemorrhage, 3. Circulatory collapse with cold and clammy skin (due to
methemoglobinemia), cyanosis, and shallow respirations 4. Confusion, delirium, coma,
5. edema of the pharynx, glottis, larynx with stridor and obstruction, 6. Perforation of
the esophagus, or stomach, with mediastinitis or peritonitis. Inhalation causes slight to
severe respiratory tract irritation and delayed pulmonary edema. Prolonged or repeated
inhalation may cause allergic respiratory reaction (asthma).
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity : Not available.
BOD5 and COD : Not available.
Products of Biodegradation :
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of
degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Dilute with water and flush to sewer of local ordinances allow, otherwise, whatever
cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and
approved waste disposal facility. Waste must be disposed of in accordance with
federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
14. Transport Information
DOT Classification : Class 8: Corrosive material
Identification : Hypochlorite solution UNNA: 1791 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport : Not available.
15. Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Sodium hydroxide Illinois chemical
safety act: Sodium hydroxide New York release reporting list: Sodium hydroxide Rhode
Island RTK hazardous substances: Sodium hydroxide Pennsylvania RTK: Sodium
hypochlorite; Sodium hydroxide Florida: Sodium hypochlorite Minnesota: Sodium

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 hypochlorite; Sodium hydroxide Massachusetts RTK: Sodium hypochlorite; Sodium
hydroxide New Jersey: Sodium hypochlorite; Sodium hydroxide Louisiana spill
reporting: Sodium hydroxide TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium hypochlorite; Sodium
hydroxide; Water CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Sodium hypochlorite: 100 lbs.
(45.36 kg); Sodium hydroxide: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg);
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
DSCL (EEC):
R8- Contact with combustible material may cause fire. R31- Contact with acids liberates
toxic gas. R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin. S28- After contact with skin, wash
immediately with plenty of water. S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection. S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately (show the label where possible).
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard 3
Fire Hazard 0
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection 0
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health 1
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves, Full suit, Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Face shield.

16. Other Information

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