Chlorine (Sodium Hyprochlorite)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear to yellow liquid. Chlorine or bleach odor. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure -Category 3 (respiratory)

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Do not breathe mist or vapor. Keep only in original packaging. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash thoroughly after handling. 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/doctor. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion can cause irritation and corrosive action in the mouth, stomach and digestive tract. Toxic fumes, gases or vapours may evolve on burning.