MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
HMIS HAZARD RATINGS
OSHA - Meets 29 CFR 1910.1200 Standards
HEALTH * = Chronic Health Hazard 2 = MODERATE
2
FLAMMABILITY 0 = INSIGNIFICANT 3 = HIGH
0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 1 = SLIGHT 4 = EXTREME
2
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Hypochlorite solution (< 15%)
HAZARD CLASS / PKG GRP: 8 / III 49 CFR 173.154, .203, .241
REF:
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: UN 1791 CORROSIVE
LABEL:
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT / COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST)
Page 1 of 2
PURITY
MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
Gator Chemical CHEM 鈥? TEL (800) 255-3924 Outside USA (813) 248-0585
ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, P.O. BOX) TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
P.O. Box 1990 (727) 584-5174
(CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE) DATE PREPARED: February 25, 2005
Largo, FL 33779 SUPERSEDES: May 30, 2004
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
OSHA PEL ACGIH TWA
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS % SARA RQ
CAS #
TITLE III LBS
(OPTIONAL) PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3
(SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S))
Sodium hypochlorite ( a) 7681-52-9 8.5 - 10.0 1 100
Sodium hydroxide ( a,b) 1310-73-2 1-5 2C 2C 1000
(a) The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) has notification requirements for releases or spills to the
environment of the Reportable Quantity (RQ for this mixture = 1,000 lbs) or greater amounts, according to 40 CFR 302.
(b) A "C" in the OSHA PEL or ACGIH TWA column indicates ceiling limits, the concentration that should not be exceeded during any part of the working
exposure.
SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ROUTES OF ENTRY - SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Corrosive and irritating to upper respiratory tract and mucous Remove affected person to fresh air; if not breathing give artificial respiration;
membranes. May cause severe irritation and sneezing. Prolonged or repeated if victim is conscious and alert, wash mouth and nasal passages with water
overexposure by inhalation may cause pneumonia, lung damage, damage to repeatedly; if breathing is difficult give oxygen; seek medical attention.
respiratory system, even death.
SKIN: Corrosive; chemical burns may result from contact. Repeated or Wash contacted area with plenty of water while removing contaminated
prolonged skin contact may cause skin damage. clothing and shoes; DO NOT attempt to neutralize with chemical agents;
seek medical attention.
EYES: CORROSIVE; Contact with eyes is painful and irritating and will cause Check for and remove contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes for 15 minutes
chemical burns, eye damage, blindness. in clear running water while holding eyelids open; seek medical attention
immediately.
INGESTION: Corrosive and irritating to digestive tract; may cause severe Rinse mouth with water; drink large quantities of water; DO NOT induce
irritation, tissue ulceration, gastrointestinal damage, circulatory collapse, vomiting; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; if vomiting
convulsions, coma, even death. occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspirating vomitus
into lungs; seek medical attention immediately.
CARCINOGENICITY No No No
NTP? IARC MONOGRAPHS? OSHA REGULATED?
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Preexisting skin, eye, or respiratory disorders may become aggravated through
prolonged exposure.
Form revised 09 / 01
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IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST) Page 2 of 2
PURITY Date: February 25, 2005
SECTION 4 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) NFPA RATING FLAMMABLE LIMITS
Non-flammable None LEL: Not applicable UEL: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water, water fog
SPECIAL 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 AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Product does not burn, but can provide oxygen which can intensify a fire. Toxic fumes may be released. Product is an oxidizer. It may react vigorously with
organics or other materials resulting in an explosion and fire.
SECTION 5 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: CAUTION - CORROSIVE. Product may be toxic to fish or aquatic life. Evacuate non
essential personnel, eliminate ignition sources, and wear protective equipment. (See Section 3). Shut off source of leak only if safe to do so. Contain spill.
Recover free product. To clean up residue, add reducing agents such as bisulfites or ferrous salt solutions. Some heat will be produced. Maintain pH on
alkaline side (> 7.5) and dilute with large quantities of water. For spills in excess of allowable limits refer to CERCLA 40 CFR 302 for detailed instructions.
SECTION 6 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use; Store in a cool dry place. Store out of direct sunlight
and away from heat. Separate from oxidizing materials, metallic powders and other easily oxidized organic materials and reducing agents. Product is an
oxidizer and may react vigorously with organic or other materials resulting in an explosion and fire. CAUTION - material is corrosive. Keep this and other
chemicals out of reach of children.
SECTION 7 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): 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 compliance with OSHA requirements in 29 CFR 1910.134 or
European Standard EN 149 for complete regulations.. For emergencies, a NIOSH/MSHA approved positive pressure breathing apparatus should be readily
available
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Required SPECIAL: To maintain minimum TWA and STEL levels.
MECHANICAL (GENERAL): Yes OTHER: Engineering and work controls as required.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene, butyl or nitrile rubber gloves with cuffs. EYE PROTECTION: Chemical goggles with face shield
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Coveralls, apron, or other equipment worn to prevent skin contact, safety eyewash station nearby.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general.
SECTION 8 - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1)
212掳 F 1.200
VAPOR PRESSURE (MM Hg) pH
17 mm Hg @ 20 掳 C 12.8
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1) EVAPORATION RATE (WATER = 1)
>1 <1
SOLUBILITY IN WATER % VOLATILE (BY WEIGHT)
Complete 89.5%
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
Yellow liquid, chlorine odor
SECTION 9 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Amphoteric metals, inorganic acids, organic
STABILITY UNSTABLE:
acids, organic bases, hydrocarbons, organic mixtures.
STABLE: XXX
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Amphoteric metals, aluminum, copper, zinc, and brass; strong reducing agents, hydrogen, hydrazine, sulfides,
sulfites, and nitrites.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: Decomposition will not occur if handled and stored properly. In case of a fire, chlorine, oxides of carbon,
hydrocarbons, fumes or vapors, and smoke may be produced.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION MAY OCCUR: CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
WILL NOT OCCUR: XXX None
SECTION 10 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Solids must be disposed of in a permitted waste management facility. Recovered liquids may be reprocessed or incinerated in a
permitted facility capable of handling chlorine-containing compounds. Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. Refer to "40 CFR
Protection of Environment Parts 260 - 299" for complete waste disposal regulations for corrosive materials. Consult your local, state, or Federal Environmental
Protection Agency before disposing of any chemicals.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Data and calculations are based on information furnished by the
manufacturer of the product and manufacturers of the components of the product. Users are advised to confirm in advance of need that information is current,
applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by the material if
reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury caused by abnormal use
of this material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Any questions regarding this product should be directed to the manufacturer of the product as
described in Section 1.
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