HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H314, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Considered a Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of the New Zealand Hazardous Substances New Organisms legislation. Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport purposes. [1] Oxidizing Liquid Category 3, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B, Serious Eye Damage Category 1, Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 1, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from CCID EPA NZ; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI Determined by Chemwatch 5.1.1C, 8.2B, 8.3A, 9.1A using GHS/HSNO criteria

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Response

P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P321 Specific treatment (see advice on this label). P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or fine spray/water fog to extinguish.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.