Calcium Hypochlorite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H314, H400

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Classification Physical Hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Environmental Hazards Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P220: Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P273: Avoid release to the environment.

Response

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P330: Rinse mouth. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P391: Collect spillage.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical Hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2 Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Environmental Hazards Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 1 environment