Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
6.16
Revision date
2026-02-10
Product name
Sodium hypochlorite solution
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H318, H400, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 2 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Supplemental label elements
Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Prevention
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 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. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391 Collect spillage.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Skin irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 2 aquatic hazard Other hazards
