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FREESTYLE(R) CALC HYPOCHLORITE
PRODUCT NAME : FREESTYLE(R) CALC HYPOCHLORITE Date: 31-JUL-2003
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PRODUCT CODE : 07394 100# PLASTIC
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CAS #: 007778543 MSDS No. 000382 Revision No./Date
01 921230
Detail Number
00148/01
FORMULA: Ca(OCl)2
CHEM. FAMILY: bleaching agents (oxidizers)
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS:
Calcium Hypochlorite 65%; Calcium Hypochlorite 70%;
FS Generic Chloro Shock; Freestyle Calc Hypochlorite;
Pittchlor Calcium Hypochlorite; Pittabs Calcium Hypochlorite;
PPG Calcium Hypochlorite; PPG Calcium Hypochlorite 70%;
PPG N-200 Calc Hypochlorite; PPG N-101 Calc Hypochlorite;
Pittabs Calc Hypochlorite; PPG Only 1 Calc Hypochlorite;
Freestyle Calcium Hypochlorite; FS Calcium Hypochlorite;
Freestyle Supershock Chlor; Pittchlor; Induchlor;
Chlormor Giant Tabs; Chlormor 65; Clormor 65; Chloro Shock;
Sustain Calc Hypochlorite; Induclor Calcium Hypochlorite;
Norweco Bio-Sanitizer Tablets; Bio-Sanitizer;
MSDS No. 000382 DETAIL NO. 00148
SUPPLIERS NAME : Harcros Chemicals Inc.
5200 Speaker Road
Kansas City KS 66106-1095
SUPPLIERS PHONE NUMBER : 913-321-3131
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER : 1-800-424-9300
S.A.R.A. INFORMATION
HAZARDS : Acute
PHYSICAL DATA : Mixture Solid
SECTION I HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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| Ingredient | MAX | SARA | AIR CONTAMINENT LEVELS
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| Cas Number | % | APPLIES | TWA/TLV | STEL | CEIL
|SKIN|AGENT|
| | W/W |312|313|372| (ppm) | (ppm) | (ppm)
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|Calcium Hypochlorite | 75.0 | Y | N | N |INDUSTRY RECOMMENDATION (PPG)
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|Calcium Oxychloride | | | | |STEL 2 mg/m3
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| (CAS # 7778-54-3 ) | | | | |
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SECTION II HEALTH HAZARDS
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POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE
EYES
Eye contact with product may cause severe irritation burns blindness
SKIN
Skin contact may cause severe irritation burns tissue destruction
INHALATION
Inhalation may cause irritation coughing pain decreased breathing capacity excess
fluid
retention (pulmonary edema)
INGESTION
Ingestion may cause burns tissue destruction even death
TARGET ORGANS
OVEREXPOSURE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO,
eyes respiratory system gastrointestinal tract kidneys liver
FIRST AID
FIRST AID EYES
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, while holding
eyelids apart
to ensure flushing of entire surface. Call a physician.
FIRST AID SKIN
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, while removing
contaminated
clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse. Call a
physician.
FIRST AID INHALATION
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration, preferably mouth
to mouth.
If breathing is difficult give oxygen. Call a physician.
FIRST AID INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Dilute stomach contents by
drinking water. If
vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent breathing vomit into
lungs. Call
a physician immediately.
OTHER INFORMATION
ROUTES OF ENTRY
eye contact skin contact inhalation ingestion
CARCINOGEN STATUS
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No components, present in excess of 0.1% by weight are listed as carcinogens by
IARC, NTP, or
OSHA.
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SECTION III SPECIAL PROTECTION
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PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EYES
chemical goggles Do Not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SKIN
impervious gloves rubber apron rubber boots clean body covering clothing
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT INHALATION
If exposure limits are exceeded, or if exposure may occur, use a NIOSH/MSHA
respirator approved
for your conditions of exposure. Refer to the most recent NIOSH publications
concerning chemical
hazards, or consult your safety equipment supplier. Respiratory protection programs
must be in
compliance with OSHA requirements in 29 CFR 1910.134. For emergencies, a NIOSH/MSHA
approved
positive pressure breathing apparatus should be readily available.
VENTILATION REQUIRED:
Adequate ventilation is required to minimize exposure or to maintain exposure levels
below
OSHA/ACGIH requirements. None normally required.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES
Safety shower, eye wash fountain, and washing facilities should be readily
available.
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SECTION IV FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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Flash Point (METHOD): > OR = N/A
Flammable Limits (% Volume in Air) UPPER: N/D Lower: N/D
HMIS Info Health : 2
Fire :0
React :2
Special : X
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
water
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Prevent human exposure to fire, fumes, smoke, and products of combustion. Evacuate
non
essential personnel. Firefighters should wear full face, self contained breathing
apparatus and
impervious protective clothing.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Product does not burn, but can provide oxygen which can intensify a fire. Intense
heat may
cause pressure buildup and rupture container. Product is an oxidizer. It may react
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vigorously
with organics or other materials resulting in an explosion and fire.
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SECTION V PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point: > OR = 356 deg. F
Freezing Point: N/D
Specific Gravity (H(2)O=1): > OR = 0.9800 @ 68 deg. F
Vapor Pressure (MM HG.): N/D
Vapor Density (AIR=1) : N/D
Evaporation Rate ( NA =1): N/D
Solubility in Water: 17%
Percent Volatile by Volume: N/D
pH: aqueous approx. > OR = 8.000
Appearance:
SOLID - POWDER, CRYSTAL, FLAKE, GRANULE
TABLET, PRILL, BRIQUETTE, ETC.
Odor :
SHARP
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SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY
Unstable.
INCOMPATABILITY
inorganic acids organic mixtures Avoid contact with strong reducing agents which
include
hydrogen, hydrazine, sulfides, sulfites, and nitrites. Product is an oxidizer. It
may react
vigorously with organics or other materials resulting in an explosion and fire.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Heat, heated surfaces, static electricity, electric arcs, sparks and flames.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Will not occur
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SECTION VII SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURES
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Sweep, shovel, or pick up and return to dry, clean container. Flush spill area with
water. In
Case Of Spills: Neutralize, contain, and dispose of in accordance with Federal,
State and local
regulations.
DISPOSAL METHOD
Material that cannot be used or chemically reprocessed should be disposed of at an
approved
facility in accordance with any applicable regulations under the Resource
Conservation and
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Recovery Act. Dispose of material in accordance with all Federal, State and local
regulations.
Local regulations may be more stringent than Federal or State.
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SECTION VIII
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Proper Shipping Name: CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE HYDRATED
Hazard Class: 5.1, UN2880, PGII
Label Requirements: OXIDIZER
Reportable Quantity: All shipments are reportable
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SECTION IX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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PRECAUTIONS
Do Not get in eyes, on skin, or clothing. Keep from contact with clothing or other
combustible
materials. Do not swallow.
HANDLING
Keep heat, lights, fire, and sparks away. ATTENTION: This container hazardous when
emptied.
Since emptied container contains product residues (vapor or liquid), all labeled
hazard
precautions must be observed.
STORAGE
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool dry place. Keep out of
reach of
children.
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SECTION X COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
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TSCA INVENTORY STATUS :
Listed
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NAME: GENE TURNER DATE ISSUED:
921230
DATE
REVISED: 921230
< = LESS THAN N/A = NOT APPLICABLE UNK =
UNKNOWN
> = MORE THAN N/D = NOT DETERMINED
N/E = NOT ESTABLISHED
The information provided in this Material Safety data sheet has been obtained
from sources
believed to be reliable. Harcros Chemicals Inc provides no warranties, either
expressed or
implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data
contained
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investigation.
You should satisfy yourself that you have all current data relevant to your
particular use.
Harcros Chemicals Inc knows of no medical condition, other than those noted on this
material
safety data sheet, which are generally recognized as being aggravated by exposure to
this product.
For emergency assistance involving chemicals,
call CHEMTREC - (800) 424-9300
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