MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 12% -15%

1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Product / Substance : Sodium Hypochlorite 12%-15%.

Trade Name/Synonyms : Hypochlorous acid, sodium salt; Hypochlorous acid,
CASNo : 7681-52-9
MolecularWeight : NaOCL 10% -15% Solution in water
Chemical Formula : NaOCL

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview : Corrosive material may cause serve skin and eye irritation
or chemical burns to broken skin, cause eye damage, Vacate poorly ventilated areas as
soon as possible. Do not return until strong odors have dissipated.

Health Rating : 3 - Severe (Poison)

Flammability Rating : 0 - None
Reactivity Rating : 2 – None
Storage Color Code : White (Corrosive)
Potential Health Effect
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, have trained
person administer oxygen if respiration stops.
Ingestion : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
if swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give large
Quantities of milk or gelatin solution. If these are not
available, give large quantities of water. If vomiting
occurs spontaneously, keep airway clear and give more
milk, gelatin solution or water .
Eye : OBJECT IS TO FLUSH MATERIAL OUT IMMEDIATELY
AND THEN SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY
Flush eyes with a directed stream of water at least 15 minutes while
forcibly-holding eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of all
 eye and lid tissue.
Skin : Flush thoroughly with cold water under shower while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. CONTINUE TO FLUSH UNTIL
MEDICAL ATTENTION ARRIVES. Discard non -rubber shoes
Wash clothing’s before reuse.

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Substance : Sodium Hypochlorite 12%-15%..

Trade name : Sodium Hypo .
Component Percent : ≈ 12.0%-15%
CAS Registry Number : 7681-52-9

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial

respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention immediately.
Ingestion : Rinse mouth with water. Do not give any liquids to
unconscious person. Drink large amounts of gelatin solution or
milk. If not available drink water. Do not give vinegar, baking
soda or acidic antidotes. Get medical attention
Skin Contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention immediately
Eye Contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get
medical attention immediately.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Specific Hazards : Noncombustible material. Chlorine decomposes when heated
to high temperatures which may rupture container.
Extinguishing Media: Use water in flooding quantities. Use NIOSH approved self
contained breathing apparatus for chlorine gas vapours
Unusual Fire & explosive Hazards:Heat and acid contamination
will produce irritating and toxic fumes. May decompose,
generating irritating chlorine gas.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:

In case of spill ventilate the area of the spill or leak. For small spills, take up with an
absorbent material and place in non-leaking container; seal tightly for proper disposal.
Neutralizing Agent: Sodium Sulfite, Bisulfite or Thiosulfite

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:

Store in a sealed container with a breathing lid. Keep container closed at all times.
Store in a dark, cool well ventilated area away from heat and light.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

No value assigned for this material by the National Occupational Health and Safety
Commission (Worksafe Australia)
Exposure standards for constituents TWA
2 mg/m3
Engineering Measures
Ensure ventilation is adequate and that air concentrations of components are controlled below
quoted Exposure Standards. Avoid generating and inhaling mists. Use with local exhaust
ventilation or while wearing organic vapour respirator or particulate respirator meeting the
requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Do not allow material to dry out. Keep containers
closed when not in use.
Personal protection equipment Respiratory: A NIOSH/MSHA chemical cartridge respirator
should be worn if PEL or TLV are exceeded.
Protective gloves : Rubber, Neoprene, PVC or equivalent.
Eye protection : Splash proof chemical safety goggles.
Other protective equipment: Lab coat, eye wash and safety shower. Work Hygienic
Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form/Colour/Odour : Clear Pale yellow solution with a chlorine odour.
Solubility : Totally soluble in water
Specific Gravity : (25 C) 1.20
Melting Point (C : Not Applicable
Rel Vapour DensityN : NA
Boiling Point (C) : 105

Vapour Pressure (25 C) : 17.5

Decomp. Point (C) : Not Applicable .
Flash Point : Not Applicable
Flammability Limits : Not Application .
pH: : >11.0

10. Stability And Record :

Stability : Unstable to heat and direct sunlight. Avoid acids, ammonia,
organic compounds and salt.
Decomposition products: Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Chloramines.

11. TOXOCILOGICAL INFORMATION

Main symptoms : No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance
with the Safety Data Sheet and the label. Symptoms that may arise if the
product is mishandled are:
Ingestion : May cause irritation to the mucous membranes
Eye contact : A severe eye irritant.
Skin contact : Contact with skin may result in skin irritation.
Inhalation : May cause irritation to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
 Irritating effects increase with strength of solution/exposure time.
Long Term Effects: No information available for product.
Acute toxicity/Chronic Toxicity: LD50/LC50 Mixture; oral LD50 (rat) is 8.91g/kg

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Do NOT allow product to come in contact with surface waters or to intertidal areas below the
mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when cleaning equipment or disposing of
equipment wash-waters. Wastes resulting from use of the product must be disposed of on site
or at approved waste site.

13. Disposal Information.

Can be neutralized with weak reducing agents such as Sodium Sulphite, Bisulfite or
Thiosulfite (do not use Sulfates or Bisulfates). Dispose of in accordance with all
applicable authorities. Refer to State Land Waste Management Authority.
14. TRANSPORTATION
Classified as Dangerous Goods for the purpose of transport by road or rail.
UN No.: 1791 Class: 8
Hazchem Code: 2X EPG:
Packaging Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: Hypochlorite Solution

Segregation Dangerous Goods: Dangerous goods for transport. Do not pack with acids,
oxidants or ammonia .
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling according to EC directives

Symbol: C - Corrosive
T - Toxic
R-phrases: 23-35 Toxic by inhalation. Causes severe burns.
S-phrases:9-26-36/37/39-45 Keep container in a well ventilated place.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of
accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).

16. Other Information

Additional Information : A concentration of 35 ppm causes irritation of the throat

after short exposure. Vigorous reaction with Al, chlorine.
Reference : MSDS from ICMA
Packing : HYPELON Rubber lined or PVC-FRP, HDPE tanks.