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Section 1: Identification of the chemical and of the supplier
Product identifier SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
Other means of identification None.
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Recommended use Not available.
Recommended restrictions None known.
Company/undertaking identification
Local Supplier's Name & Address :
SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
(331480-D)
(formerly known as GE Water & Process Technologies
(Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.)
Unit 20-08 & 20-09, Level 20, Q Sentral
2A, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2
Kuala Lumpur Sentral
50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-27212615
Fax: +603-27212614

Emergency telephone
1-800-815-308 (Malaysia)

+1 703-527-3887 (US)

Section 2: Hazard identification

Physical hazards Corrosive to metals Category 1
Health hazards Acute toxicity (dermal) Category 4
Skin corrosion or irritation Category 1
Serious eye damage or eye irritation Category 1
Specific target organ toxicity - single Category 2
exposure
Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Category 2
chronic hazard
Label elements

Signal word Danger

Hazard statement May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye
damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause damage to organs. Toxic to aquatic life with
long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement
Prevention Keep only in original container. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid release to the environment. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective
gloves/protective clothing.

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Response
Storage
Disposal
Other hazards which do not
result in classification
Supplemental information
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap
and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing. 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. Specific measures (see on this label). Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistant inner liner.
Dispose of contents/container to .
None known.
None.

Section 3: Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical

Mixtures
Chemical name Common name and synonyms CAS number %
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 10 - 30
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 <= 10

Section 4: First-aid measures

Inhalation Move to fresh air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.
Skin contact Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Call a physician or
poison control center immediately. Chemical burns must be treated by a physician. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye contact Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
Ingestion Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. If
vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs.
Most important Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage. Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may
symptoms/effects, acute and include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
delayed blindness could result.
Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Chemical burns: Flush with water
medical attention and special immediately. While flushing, remove clothes which do not adhere to affected area. Call an
treatment needed ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Keep victim warm. Keep victim under
observation. Symptoms may be delayed.
General information If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Ensure that medical
personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Show
this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Section 5: Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Specific hazards arising from
the chemical
Special protective equipment
and precautions for firefighters
Fire fighting
equipment/instructions
HAZCHEM code
Specific methods
Foam. Powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.
None.
Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.

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Section 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures
Environmental precautions
Methods and materials for
containment and cleaning up
Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Wear
appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Do
not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.
Ensure adequate ventilation. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be
contained. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS.
Avoid release to the environment. Inform appropriate managerial or supervisory personnel of all
environmental releases. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into
drains, water courses or onto the ground.
Use water spray to reduce vapors or divert vapor cloud drift. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer,
basements or confined areas.

Large Spills: Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Dike the spilled material, where this is
possible. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Use a non-combustible material like
vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up the product and place into a container for later disposal.
Following product recovery, flush area with water.

Small Spills: Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). Clean surface thoroughly to
remove residual contamination.

Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.

Section 7: Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling
Conditions for safe storage,
including any incompatibilities
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid prolonged exposure. When using, do not eat,
drink or smoke. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wash contaminated
clothing before reuse. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.
Store locked up. Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Store in corrosive resistant
container with a resistant inner liner. Store in tightly closed container. Keep only in the original
container. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS).

Section 8: Exposure controls and personal protection

Occupational exposure limits
Malaysia. OELs. (Occupational Safety and Health (Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to Health)
Regulations)
Components Type Value
Sodium hydroxide (CAS Ceiling 2 mg/m3
1310-73-2)
US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Components Type Value
Sodium hydroxide (CAS Ceiling 2 mg/m3
1310-73-2)
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates
controls should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation,
or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If
exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Eye
wash facilities and emergency shower must be available when handling this product.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) and a face shield.

Skin protection
Hand protection Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Other Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.
Respiratory protection Chemical respirator with organic vapor cartridge and full facepiece.
Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.

General hygiene Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material
considerations and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective
equipment to remove contaminants.

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Section 9: Physical and chemical properties
Appearance Liquid
Physical state Liquid.
Form Liquid.
Color Light yellow to green
Odor Chlorine
Odor threshold Not available.
pH (concentrated product) 13.2
pH in aqueous solution 11.5 (5% SOL.)
Melting point/freezing point -26 °C
Initial boiling point and boiling Not available.
range
Flash point > 93 °C P-M(CC)
Evaporation rate < 1 (Ether = 1)
Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
Flammability limit - lower Not available.
(%)
Flammability limit - upper Not available.
(%)
Explosive limit - lower (%) Not available.
Explosive limit - upper (%) Not available.
Vapor pressure 18 mm Hg
Vapor pressure temp. 21 °C
Vapor density 1 (Air = 1)
Relative density 1.22
Relative density temperature 21 °C
Solubility(ies)
Solubility (water) 100 %
Partition coefficient Not available.
(n-octanol/water)
Auto-ignition temperature Not available.
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity 13 cps
Viscosity temperature 21 °C
Other information
Explosive properties Not explosive.
Oxidizing properties Not oxidizing.
Pour point -23 °C
Specific gravity 1.219
VOC 0 % (Estimated)

Section 10: Stability and reactivity

Reactivity
Chemical stability
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Conditions to avoid
May be corrosive to metals.
Material is stable under normal conditions.
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. Avoid
temperatures exceeding the flash point. Contact with incompatible materials.

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Incompatible materials Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. Metals.
Hazardous decomposition No hazardous decomposition products are known.
products

Section 11: Toxicological information

Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation May cause damage to organs by inhalation. May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
Prolonged inhalation may be harmful.
Skin contact Causes severe skin burns. Harmful in contact with skin.
Eye contact Causes serious eye damage.
Ingestion Causes digestive tract burns.
Symptoms related to the Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage. Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may
physical, chemical and include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
toxicological characteristics blindness could result.
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity Harmful in contact with skin.
Product Species Test Results
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (CAS Mixture)
Acute
Dermal
LD50 Rabbit 3000 mg/kg
Inhalation
LC50 Rat > 10.5 mg/L, 1 Hour, (Value is for 12.5%
active.)
Oral
LD50 Rat > 5000 mg/kg
Components Species Test Results
Sodium hydroxide (CAS 1310-73-2)
Acute
Dermal
LD50 Rabbit 1350 mg/kg
Oral
LD50 Rabbit > 500 mg/kg
Sodium hypochlorite (CAS 7681-52-9)
Acute
Dermal
LD50 Rabbit > 20000 mg/kg
Inhalation
LC50 Rat > 5.25 mg/L, 4 Hour
Oral
LD50 Rat 8900 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation Prolonged skin contact may cause temporary irritation.
Serious eye damage/eye Causes serious eye damage.
irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization Not a respiratory sensitizer. This product is not expected to cause respiratory sensitization.
Skin sensitization This product is not expected to cause skin sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity No data available to indicate product or any components present at greater than 0.1% are
mutagenic or genotoxic.
Carcinogenicity

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IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Sodium hypochlorite (CAS 7681-52-9) 3 Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.
Reproductive toxicity This product is not expected to cause reproductive or developmental effects.
Specific target organ toxicity - May cause damage to organs.
single exposure
Specific target organ toxicity - Not classified.
repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard Not an aspiration hazard.
Chronic effects Prolonged inhalation may be harmful.

Section 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicity Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Product Species Test Results
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (CAS Mixture)
LC50 Bluegill Sunfish 5.3 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 96 hour
NOEL Bluegill Sunfish 2.8 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 96 hour
Aquatic
Crustacea LC50 Daphnia magna 1.6 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 48 hour
NOEL Daphnia magna 0.51 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 48
hour
Fish LC50 Rainbow Trout 1.9 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 96 hour
NOEL Rainbow Trout 1.38 mg/L, Static Acute Bioassay, 96
hour
Persistence and degradability Product contains only inorganics that are not subject to typical biological degradation. Assimilation
by microbes may occur in waste treatment or the environment. This product, being inorganic, has
no TOC, BOD.
Bioaccumulative potential No data available.
Mobility in soil No data available.
Other adverse effects No other adverse environmental effects (e.g. ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential, endocrine disruption, global warming potential) are expected from this component.
Environmental fate Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Persistence and degradability
Product contains only inorganics that are not subject to typical biological degradation. Assimilation
by microbes may occur in waste treatment or the environment. This product, being inorganic, has
no TOC, BOD.
- COD (mgO2/g) No information available.

Section 13: Disposal information

Disposal instructions
Local disposal regulations
Waste from residues / unused
products
Contaminated packaging
Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. Do not allow
this material to drain into sewers/water supplies. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches
with chemical or used container. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with
local/regional/national/international regulations.
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers or liners may retain some
product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner (see:
Disposal instructions).
Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is
emptied. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or
disposal.

Section 14: Transportation information

IATA
Basic shipping requirements:
UN number UN1791

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Proper shipping name HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTIONS

Hazard class 8
Packing group II
Special transport Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
precautions and conditions
IMDG
Basic shipping requirements:
UN number UN1791
Proper shipping name HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTIONS
Hazard class 8
Packing group II
Marine pollutant No
Special transport Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
precautions and conditions
SEA (Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 Not established.
and the IBC Code)
IATA; IMDG

HAZCHEM code None.

Section 15: Regulatory information

Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Active Ingredients of Pesticide Product (Pesticide Act 1974, First Schedule, as amended through October 1, 2004)
Not regulated.
CWC (Chemical Weapons Convention) Act 2005, Schedules 1-3, as amended through CWC Regulations 2007, October 5,
2007)
Not regulated.
Medical Surveillance Chemicals, Occupational Safety and Health (Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals
Hazardous to Health) Regulations 2000: Schedule 2
Sodium hydroxide (CAS 1310-73-2)
Sodium hypochlorite (CAS 7681-52-9)
Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) (Environmental Quality (Prohibition on the Use of CFC and Other Gases as
Propellants and Blowing Agents) Order 1993, Dec. 31, 1993)
Not regulated.
Poisons List (Poisons Act 1952, First Schedule)
Sodium hydroxide (CAS 1310-73-2) C
II
Prohibited Use of Substances [Occupational Safety and Health (Prohibition of Use of Substance) Order 1999]
Not regulated.
International regulations
Stockholm Convention
Not applicable.
Rotterdam Convention
Not applicable.
Montreal Protocol
Not applicable.

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Kyoto protocol
Not applicable.
Basel Convention
Not applicable.

Section 16: Other information

Issue date Jan-14-2019
Revision date 14/01/2019
Version # 1.0
List of abbreviations Not available.
References Not available.
Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge,
information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a
guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is
not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific
material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
Revision information This document has undergone significant changes and should be reviewed in its entirety.

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