Dry Sodium Chlorite Technical; Technical Sodium Chlorite

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) OSHA REGULATORY STATUS: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). ********************************************************************************************************************************** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Color: White Physical State: Solid

Appearance/Odor

Flakes Chlorine

Signal word

DANGER DANGER

Health hazards

CORROSIVE. FATAL IF INHALED. TOXIC IF SWALLOWED. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. CAUSES SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE. INGESTION MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO: BLOOD SYSTEM, AND KIDNEY SYSTEM. INHALATION MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BLOOD AND KIDNEYS THROUGH PROLONGED OR REPEATED EXPOSURES.

Physical hazards

STRONG OXIDIZER. Contact with other materials may cause fire or explosion AQUATIC TOXICITY: HARMFUL TO AQUATIC LIFE. Oxidizing Solid - Cat. 1 GHS: CONTACT HAZARD - SKIN: Category 2 - Causes skin irritation GHS: CONTACT HAZARD - EYE: Category 1 - Causes serious eye damage GHS: ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION: Category 2 - Fatal if inhaled GHS: ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL: Category 3 - Toxic if swallowed GHS: TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE Category 2 - May cause damage to Respiratory System, EXPOSURE): Blood, Kidneys GHS: TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED Category 2 - May cause damage to Blood, Kidney through EXPOSURE): prolonged or repeated exposure HAZARDOUS TO AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - ACUTE Category 3 - Harmful to aquatic life UNKNOWN ACUTE TOXICITY: Not applicable. 100% of this product consists of ingredient(s) of known acute toxicity. This product was tested as a whole. This information only pertains to untested mixtures.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/ Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles, acids, chlorine or organic materials. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye, and face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust. Avoid release to the environment. - Prevention • Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking • Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials • Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles, acids, chlorine or organic materials • Do not breathe dusts or mists • Wash hands thoroughly after handling • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product • Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area • Avoid release to the environment • Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection • Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing • In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection - Response • IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse Immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes • In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion • In case of fire: Use agent suitable for surrounding fire to extinguish • IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER • Specific treatment for oral ingestion (see First Aid information on product label and/or Section 4 of the SDS) • Rinse mouth if ingested • IF INHALED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER OR PHYSICIAN • Specific treatment is urgent if inhaled (see First Aid information on product label and/or Section 4 of the SDS) • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water • Specific treatment for skin contact (see First Aid information on product label and/or Section 4 of the SDS) • If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention • Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing • IF EXPOSED (eyes): Immediately call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROVIDER • If exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER OR LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL - Storage • Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed • Store in a secure manner - Disposal • Dispose of contents and container in accordance with applicable local, regional, national, and/or international regulations

Additional information

This material is corrosive and an oxidizer. This material's pH and oxidative action contribute to its health and physical hazards. **********************************************************************************************************************************

Hazard pictograms

Oxidizer, Skull and Crossbones, Corrosion, Health hazard

Hazard statements

GHS - Physical Hazard Statement(s) • May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer GHS - Health Hazard Statement(s) • Fatal if inhaled • Toxic if swallowed • Causes serious eye damage • Causes skin irritation • May cause damage to organs: (Respiratory, Kidney, and Blood Systems) • May cause damage to Renal system (Kidneys), and Blood system through prolonged or repeated exposure

2.3 Other hazards

GHS None identified See Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION