General Information
Revision date
2016-01-03
Product name
Chlorine Bleaching Powder
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
bleaching powder, mainly for white towels and fabrics for laundry applications or for
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Do not use on sensitive surfaces. Do not use on dyed or sensitive fabrics. Do not mix with
Manufacturer Name
Arcot Manufacturing Corporation
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Company Information
company name
Arcot Manufacturing Corporation
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Oxidizing solids ‐ Category 2
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral ‐ Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation ‐ Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation ‐ Category 1C Eye damage/ irritation ‐ Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure ‐ Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation)
Environmental hazards
Not classified. OSHA defined hazards: Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Keep away from heat. Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Do not breathe dust, gas or vapors. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well‐ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection or face protection.
Response
In case of fire: Use water to extinguish. Flood with water. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Specific treatment is urgent (see this SDS and the label). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. 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.
Storage
Store in a well‐ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
P501: Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant in accordance with applicable local, state, federal and international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise classified (HNOC): Damp or wet material may generate nitrogen trichloride, an explosion hazard. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
