SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (All GRADES)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA defined hazards SWS Environmental

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage.

Prevention

Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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. Specific treatment (see this label). Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

o of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity.