Acidified Sodium Chlorite (CAS 7758-19-2)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Appearance Pale yellow Physical State Liquid Solution Odor Similar to chlorine

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Oxidizing Solids Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed, health damage after ingestion Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation, Skin eruptions may occur after direct contact. Causes corrosion injuries Causes serious eye damage May cause damage to organs May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Acidified Sodium Chlorite Gas Fumes cause respiratory problems.

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing and combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles

Response

If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention 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 or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth IN CASE OF FIRE: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects