SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION NZ

Hazard statements (CLP)

H314, H318, H410

Code

Statements

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category C Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H318 - Causes serious eye damage H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

Specific treatment (see First aid on this SDS). 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 (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.