Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2014-10-28
Product name
SWG Biocide
Chemical name
Stabilized bromine biocide, aqueous solution
CAS No.
1310-73-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
General function
Emergency telephone
+1-225-344-7147
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Albemarle Corporation
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
HSE@Albemarle.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Emergency Overview Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Can decompose exothermically at elevated temperatures (see Environmental Protection, Storage Requirement Section for details) Appearance Liquid Color Yellow. Odor Mild. Sweet.
Prevention
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid release to the environment
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant