Lavo Inc.
11900 boul. St-Jean-Baptiste
Montr茅al (Qu茅bec)
H1C 2J3
LAVO "12" - 12% BLEACH
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
(W.H.M.I.S.: CLASS E, D2B)
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date issued: June 2005
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS: (514) 526-7783
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
Product Name: Sodium Hypochlorite Solution LAVO 12
Chemical Name: Sodium Hypochlorite
Synonyms: Bleach; Javel Water
Chemical Family: Chlorite
Molecular Formula: NaOCl
Product Use: Water Purification, Bleaching Agent and Desinfectant
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIAL:
ACGIH
Hazardous Ingredients % W/V TWA CAS No.
Sodium Hypochlorite 12 - 14 0,5 ppm 7681-52-9
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance and Odour: Clear, greenish-yellow aqueous solution with a strong chlorine
odour.
Slowly decomposes at 40o C to NaCl and NaClO3
Boiling Point:
- 25o C (- 12o F) for a 12 % solution.
Melting/Freezing Point:
17,5 mmHg at 20o C
Vapour Pressure:
鈮? 1,175 g/mL
Specific gravity:
Vapour Density: No data
Evaporation Rate: No data
Solubility: Miscible in all proportion in water
% Volatile by Volume: No data
pH: 11,5 - 13,0
Coefficient of water/oil distribution: No data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: No data
Rate of Burning: No data
Explosive Power: No data
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: No data
REACTIVITY DATA:
Stability:
Unstable above 40o C, when exposed to sunlight or in
Under Normal Conditions:
contact with metals.
Under Fire Conditions: Unstable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Temperatures above 40oC
Conditions to Avoid:
Materials to Avoid: Acids, ammonia, oxidizable materials, urea, nickel, copper,
manganese, iron, most metals.
Hazardous Decomposition or Combustion Products:
Chlorine gas when in contact with acids; oxygen when in
contact with metals
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION (Under the TDG Act)
Shipping Name: Hypochlorite Solution
Shipping Class/Division: Corrosive Class 8
Product Identification No (PIN): UN 1791
Packing Group: III
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point (method): Non-flammable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Flammability Limits in air (%): UEL: Not applicable
LEL: Not applicable
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use appropriate media to extinguish surrounding fire.
Fire Fighting Procedures: Full protection equipment, including a self-contained breathing
apparatus, should be worn. Remove storage vessels from fire zone
if possible. Use water spray to cool containers to avoid pressure
build-up.
TOXICOLOGICAL AND HEALTH DATA
Recommended Exposure Limit: ACGIH TLV : 0,5 ppm (as Chlorine)
Toxicological Data:
Sodium Hypochlorite : LD 50 (oral, rat) = 8910 mg/Kg
> 10,500 mg/m3/H
LC 50 (inhalation, rat)
Carcinogenicity Data: The ingredients of this product are not listed as carcinogens.
Reproductive Effects: No information is available.
Teratogenicity Data: No information is available.
Synergistic Materials: None known.
Effect of exposure when:
Inhaled: Corrosive ! May cause irritation of the nose and upper respiratory
tract, headache and coughing.
In contact with the skin: Corrosive ! Can cause severe local irritation, burns and blisters.
Prolonged or repeated contact with diluted solutions may bleach
skin or cause dermatitis.
In contact with the eyes: Very Corrosive ! Can cause irritation and severe damages
resulting in blindness.
Ingested: Corrosive ! Burning in mouth and throat . Severe pain, vomiting,
diarrhea.
FIRST AID PROCEDURES WHEN: WARNING CORROSIVE !
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air.
Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing has stopped. Obtain medical
attention immediately.
Skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing. Flush affected area with water for at least
20 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
Eye contact : Flush immediately eyes with running water for at least 30 minutes holding
eyelids open.
Obtain medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: If victim is alert and not convulsing, rinse out mouth and give 1/2 to 1
glass of water to dilute material. DO NOT induce vomiting.
Obtain medical attention immediately.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES:
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation.
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator equipped with
Chlorine cartridges when necessary.
Skin Protection: Use rubber gloves and apron. Rubber boots if necessary also.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles when there is potential for eye contact.
Other Personal Protective Equipment:
Safety showers and eyewash fontains should be installed in storage
and handling areas.
Handling Procedures and Equipment:
Protect containers against physical damage.
oC): Below 29oC and above freezing point.
Storage Temperature (
Store in a cool (below 29oC) dry, well-ventilated area away from
Storage Requirements:
incompatibles and direct sunlight. Long-term storage is impossible
without decomposition. Use polyethylene containers.
Other Precautions: No special requirements.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DATA:
Steps to be taken in the event of a spill or leak:
Ventilate area. Stop and contain leak or spill. Absorb using an inert material (sand, ashes,
etc.), collect and dispose. For recovery, pump into polyethylene containers.
Waste Disposal Methods: Consult federal, provincial, state and local regulations on
chemical waste disposal.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND SOURCES USED:
SAX, N.I., Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials.
Supplier鈥檚 MSDS
The information contained herein if offered only as a guide to the handling of this specific
material and has been prepared in good faith by technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not
intended to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and handling may involve other
and additional considerations. No warranty of any kind is given or implied and Lavo Lt茅e will
not be liable for any damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from
the use or reliance on any information contained herein.
Prepared by: GROUPE LAVO (LABORATORY)
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