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  CHEMICALS

 

 

Safety Data Sheet

 

 

Type P5

1.

IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION

 

2.

COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

THICK BLEACH

Sodium Hypochlorite - Sodium Hydroxide

Hydrxyethane - Diphosphonic Acid - Perfume

 

3.

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Corrosive -   Contains available chlorine if allowed to come into contact with metals   

4.

FIRST AID MEASURES

 

Inhalation

Remove patient to fresh air.

Skin Contact

Flush with plenty of water and If irritation persists seek medical attention.

Eye Contact

Irrigate the eye with water or eye wash solution and seek medical attention.

Ingestion

Give milk or water as a dilutent.  15 mls per kilo of body weight to a maximum of 200-300 mls and seek immediate medical attention.

Notes to Physician

Treat as symptomatic.

5.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

 

Material is not flammable.  Use any suitable fire fighting medium.

6.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 

Dispose of according to local authority guidelines. .  For small spillages flush away with copious amounts of water.

7.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

 

Handling

Avoid skin and eye contact.

Storage

Store in a dark cool place to avoid loss of strength

8.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

 

Respiratory Protection

Not necessary unless used in a confined space

Hand Protection

Wear suitable gloves

Eye Protection

Wear goggles.

Skin Protection

Wear suitable overalls

Occupational Exposure Limit

None set.

9.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

 

Appearance

Yellowish Liquid

Odour

Citric

pH

 

pH of 0.5%

 

Boiling Point

Not determined

Melting Point

Not determined

Flash Point

No measurable flash point

Vapour Pressure

Not determined

Relative Density

N/A

Solubility in Water

Soluble

 

 

 


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10.

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 

Conditions to Avoid

Keep in a dark cool place

Materials to Avoid

Do not mix with acids as chlorine gas is liberated.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Avoid contact with metals

11.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 

Skin Contact

May cause irritation on prolonged skin contact.

Eye Contact

Irritation to the eyes may occur.

Ingestion

Irritation to the digestive system can occur.

12.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 

Should not present an ecological hazard.

13.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

 

Can be disposed by flushing away with water.

For large quantities seek advice from specialist waste disposal company.

14.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

 

Not classified as hazardous for transport.

UN No

 

 

IMDG

 

ICAO / IATA

ADR

 

 

Proper Shipping Name

 

 

Additional Information

 

15.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

Symbol

 

                    

      Irritant

R-phrases

 

Irritating to eyes and skin.

 

S-phrases

Avoid skin and eye contact.

Do not take by mouth.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not mix with acids as chlorine gas is liberated.

In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

Additional Information

Refer to National Legislation for specific measures that may be relevant.

16.

OTHER INFORMATION

 

The information given in this safety data sheet is based on knowledge available at the time of compilation and is intended to describe the product only in terms of health and safety requirements.  It does not signify any warranty with regard to specific properties or specifications.