MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT: CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE 70%
SOLD AS: Sammy Granular Chlorine
Date of Issue: March 15, 2006
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of WorkSafe Australia
COMPANY DETAILS
Company: Plumbers鈥? Supplies Co-operative Limited
Address: Unit 87A, 79-97 St Hilliers Road Auburn NSW 2144
Telephone: (02) 9741 8999
Fascimile: (02) 9741 8989
PRODUCT INDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Calcium Hypochlorite
Shipping Name: Calcium Hypochlorite Mixtures, Dry with more Than 10% but not
more than 70% available chlorine
Other Names: Chlorinated Lime
Calcium Hypochlorite Mancode (TECH 00000941)
UN Number: 2880
DG Class: 5.1
Packaging Group: II
Hazchem Code: 2W
Poisons Schedule: S5
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION AND PROPERTIES
Appearance: White to cream, dry free flowing powder. Chlorine odour
Boiling Point: N/A
Vapour Pressure: N/A
Specific Gravity: N/A
Flash Point: N/A
Flammable Limit: N/A
Solubility in Water: Appreciable
Chemical Name CAS No. Proportion
Calcium Hypochlorite 7778-54-3 100%
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects from Acute Exposure
Ingestion: May be harmful by ingestion. Ingestion can result in nausea, vomiting,
diarrhoea, abdominal pain and convulsions.
Eye: Granular solid or dust causes burns and is a severe eye irritant.
Contamination of eyes can result in permanent injury.
Skin: Contact with skin causes burns and will result in redness or blistering.
Inhalation: May be harmful by dust inhalation. Inhalation of dust may result in
respiratory irritation and possible harmful effects Chlorine evolved
from decomposition when wet is a severe respiratory irritant, corrosive and
highly toxic. Delayed effects can include shortness of breath, violent
headaches, pulmonary oedema and pneumonia.
Chronic: No known effects
FIRST AID
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water and then give plenty of water to drink. DO NOT
induce vomiting and seek medical attention if large amounts ingested.
Eye: If in eye(s) wash with large amounts of water fro approximately 15
minutes holding eyelid(s) open. Seek medical attention
immediately.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly. Decontaminate
clothing before re-use or discard. If swelling, redness, blistering or
irritation occurs seek medical advice.
Inhalation: Remove the source of contamination or move the victim to fresh air.
Ensure airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a
face mask if breathing is difficult. If victim has stopped breathing begin
artificial respiration, or if heart has stopped, cardiopulmonary
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
First Aid Facilities: Eye wash and normal washroom facilities
Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
OTHER EXPOSURE
Evolves Chlorine: Detectable by smell at 1 - 3 ppm
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
In the operation of where dusts may accumulate an exhaust ventilation or dust extraction system
should be provided to maintain airborne particulates as low as is reasonably practicable.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory: Where ventilation is inadequate, a P1 half face piece respirator with
replaceable filter or disposable face piece as specified by AS/NZS 1715
and 1716 is recommended.
Eyes: Suitable chemical glasses
Hands: Nitrile, neox or neoprene
Other: Impervious overalls may be required
FLAMMABILITY
Fire Hazards Oxidiser, assists combustion.
STORAGE AND HANDLING
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Store away from organic and/or combustible agents. Reacts with water. may lead to drum
rupture. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area, out of direct sunlight. Store in suitable,
labelled containers. Avoid any dust build-up by frequent cleaning and suitable construction of
storage area. Keep storage separated from work areas. Inspect periodically for deficiencies such
as damage or leaks. This material is a Scheduled (S5) Poison and must be stored, handled and
used according to appropriate regulations.
TRANSPORT
This material is a Class 5.1 Oxidising Agent according to the Australian Code for the Transport
of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Class 5.1 - Oxidising Agents shall not be loaded in the
same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with: Class 1 - Explosives, Class 2.1 -
Flammable Gases, Class 2.3 - Poisonous Gases, Class 3 - Flammable Liquids, Class 4.1 -
Flammable Solids, Class 4.2 - Spontaneously Combustible Substances, Class 4.3 - Dangerous
when wet (where the poisonous substances are fire risk substances), Class 7 Radioactive
substances Class 8 Corrosive Substances, Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods (where the
miscellaneous dangerous goods are fire risk substances), Fire risk substances other than
dangerous goods.
SPILLS AND DISPOSAL
Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Wear protective clothing as specified in the Personnel
Protection section of the MSDS. Sweep up material and place into a suitable labelled container.
Avoid the creation of dust. Mop up the remaining material and place into the same container. If
large quantities of the material enter the waterways contact the Environmental Protection
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Authority, or your local Waste Management Authority. Dispose of in accordance with Federal,
Local or State regulations.
FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Fire/Explos. Hazard: Not combustible, however ignites combustible or organic
materials when in contact. Emits toxic fumes of chlorine as
well as liberating oxygen, therefore dangerous in a fire
situation.
Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing.
Extinguish Medium: Water fog.
Incompatibility: This material is an oxidising agent, and will react with
many organic chemicals. Corrosive to most metals in the
presence of moisture. Reacts with acids involving chlorine.
Hazardous Decomposition: Decomposes on heating emitting toxic fumes of chlorine as
well as liberating oxygen.
Hazchem Code: 2P
OTHER INFORMATION
Toxicology: For Calcium Hypochlorite - (100%) acute oral LD50 (rat)
850 mg/kg.
Risk Statement: R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. R31
Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. R34 Causes burns.
Safety Statement: S2 Keep out of reach of children. S26 In case of contact
with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre
Ph 13 11 26. S43 In case of fire, use fog, foam or dry
agent.
Packaging and Labelling: As required by the ADG Code and the Standard for the
Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons.
Hazard Category: Corrosive
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CONTACT INFORMATION
CONTACT INFORMATION
Plumbers鈥? Supplies Co-operative Ltd (02)9741 8999
Emergency Contact (24hr): 1800628724
DISCLAIMER
All information given in this data sheet and by the company鈥檚 technical staff is
compiled from the information currently available to the company. The company
accepts no responsibility whatsoever for its accuracy, or for any results which may
be obtained by customers. Any customer who relies upon any advice or
information given in this data sheet by the company or by its technical staff does so
entirely at its own risk, and the company will not be liable for any loss or damage
thereby suffered notwithstanding any want of care on the part of the company or its
staff in compiling or giving the advice or information.
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