Sodium Hypochlorite Pentahydrate

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2 Corrosive to metals Category 1

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 1 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Very toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Avoid release to the environment. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. 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. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.