MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Identification of the material and supplier

Product name : Sodium Hypochlorite Solution

Chemical Formula :Naocl
Supplier : UNIVERSAL WATER CHEMICALS PVT LTD
EMERGENCY MOBILE NO.: 7416064118

2. Hazards identification

Statement of hazardous/ dangerous nature: Not applicable

Risk phrases : Not applicable
Safety phrases : Refer special instructions/ safety data sheet.

3. Composition / information on ingredients

Physical state : Liquid

Colour : Yellowish
Decomposition Temp : >170oC
Solubility : 100% soluble in water
pH : 11-12
Composition : CAS No. Percentage
Sodium Hypo Chlorite 7681-52-9 10-12%
Water 7732 -18 -5 Balance

4. First – aid measures

Skin : Wash with soap water
Eyes : Flush with plenty of water and all medical attention.
Inhalation : May cause discomfort. Seek medical help should be obtained.
General advice : Contact with eyes and skin should be avoided.

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 5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media: Flammable only if ignited
Hazardous decomposition: Decomposition products may include the following materials;
Products: Chlorine, Oxygen, Oxides of Sodium
Unusual fire/ explosion hazards: Not sensitive to mechanical impact.
Special fire-fighting procedures: Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being
discharged to any water way, sewer or drain. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable
training. Promptly isolate the sense by removing from all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire.
This material is harmful to aquatic organisms.
Protection of fire-fighters: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions: No action shall be taken personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas.
Keep unnecessary and unprotected personal from entering. Do not touch or walk through split material. Avoid
breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is adequate. Put
on appropriate personal protective equipments (See section 8).
Environmental precautions: Avoid dispersal of split material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or
air). Water polluting material.

7. Handling and storage

Handling: Put appropriate personal protective equipment. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative from a compatible
material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Do not reuse container. Empty containers retain product residue and
can be hazardous.
Storage: Store and use only in equipment/ containers designed for use with this product. Keep away from heat and direct
sunlight. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be
carefully resealed and kept uptight to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Store in accordance
with local regulations. Store in dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (See section
10).

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 8. Exposure controls/ personal protection
Ingredient name : Sodium Hypo Chlorite
Occupational exposure limits: Safe work in India.
Biological Limit Values : No biological limit allocated.
Ventilation : This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is
inadequate, use of a fan is suggested.

Eye protection : Your eyes must be completely protected from this product by splash resistant goggles with
face shield. All surrounding skin areas must be covered. Emergency eye wash facilities must also be available
in an area close to wear this product is being used.

Skin protection : Because of the dangerous nature of this product, make sure that all skin areas are
completely covered by impermeable gloves, overalls, hair covering, apron and face shield. See below for
suitable material types.
Protective material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials;
Rubber, nitrile, Butyl rubber, neoprene, Teflon.
Respirator : Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance : Colourless to yellowish liquid
Odor : Chlorine like odor
Solubility : 100% in water
Density : 1.07 – 1.14
Boiler point : 40C(104F)

10. Stability and reactivity

Stability : The product is stable
Conditions to avoid : Avoid extreme temperatures, strong oxidizers, acids, and fire.
Hazardous decomposition products: Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide

11. Toxicological information

Effects and symptoms
Eyes : Avoid contact with eyes.
Skin : Avoid contact with skin/ body.
Inhalation : Strong acidic problems.

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 Ingestion : May cause discomfort. Seek medical help should be obtained.
Chronic toxicity Carcinogenic effects: Not applicable
Mutagenic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards
LD50 : Rat Oral 2000 mg/kg

12. Ecological information

Ecotoxicity : Eco friendly
Biodegradability persistence/ degradability: Not applicable

13. Disposal considerations

Disposal considerations /
Waste information: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposal of this product,
solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and
waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements.

14. Transport information

International transport regulations: Not applicable
Special precautions for user : No known special precautions required.

15. Regulatory information

S tandard use of schedule of Medicine and Poisons: Not applicable
C ontrol of Scheduled Carcinogenic Substances
I ngredient name: Not applicable

Other regulations
REACH Status: Not applicable

16. Other information

Key to abbreviations: Not applicable