The Clorox Company 7200 Johnson Drive Pleasanton, California 94588 Tel. (510) 847-8100
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: CLOROX GERMICIDAL BLEACH Description: CLEAR, LIGHT YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHLORINE ODOR Other Designations Manufacturer
Emergency Telephone No.
EPA Registration No. 5813-1 Sodium hypochlorite solution
The Clorox Company 1221 Broadway Oakland, CA 94612
Rocky Mountain Poison Center (800) 446-1014 For Transportation Emergencies Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Liquid chlorine bleach Clorox Liquid Bleach II. Health Hazard Data
III. Hazardous Ingredients
I ngredients
Concentration Worker Exposure Limit
Causes substantial but temporary eye injury. May Irritate skin. May cause nausea and vomiting if ingested. Exposure to vapor or mist may Irritate nose, throat and lungs. The following medical conditions may be aggravated by exposure to high concentrations of vapor or mist; heart conditions or chronic respiratory problems such as asthma, chronic bronchitle or, obstructive lung disease. Under normal consumer use conditions the likelihood of any adverse health effects are low. FIRST AID EYE CONTACT : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. If irritation persists, see a doctor. SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash area with water. INGESTION: Drink a glassful of water and call a physician. INHALATION: If breathing problems develop remove to fresh air.
Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%
Not established
CAS # 7881-52-9 None of the ingredients in this product are on the IARC, NTP or OSHA carcinogen list. Occasional clinical reports suggest a low potential for sensitization upon exaggerated exposure to sodium hypochlorite if skin damage (e.g. irritation) occurs during exposure. Routine clinical tests conducted on intact skin with Clorox Liquid Bleach found no sensitization in the test subjects.
IV. Special Protection and Precautions
V. Transportation and Regulatory Data
Hygienic Practices: Wear safety glasses. With repeated or prolonged use wear gloves. Engineering Controls: Use general ventilation to minimize exposure to vapor or mist. Work Practices: Avoid eye and skin contact and inhalation of vapor or mist. Keep out of reach of children.
U.S. DOT Hazard Class: Not restricted. U.S. DOT Proper Shipping Name: Hypochlorite solution with not more than 7% available chlorine. Not Restricted per 49CFR172.101(c)(12)(lv). Section 313 (Title lll Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act): As a consumer product, this product is exempt from supplier notification requirements under Section 313 Title lll of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1988 (reference 40 CFR Part 372).
VI. Spill or Leak Procedures
VII. Reactivity Data
Stable under normal use and storage conditions. Strong oxidizing agent. Reacts with other household chemicals such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, vinegar, acids or ammonia containing products to produce hazardous gases, such as chlorine and other chlorinated species Prolonged contact with metal may cause pitting or discoloration.
Small Spills (<5 gallons) (1) Absorb, containerize, and landfill in accordance with local regulations. (2) Wash down residual to sanitary sewer.* Large Spills (>5 gallons) (1) Absorb, containerize, and landfill in accordance with local regulations; wash down residual to sanitary sewer.* -OR - (2) Pump material to waste drum(s) and dispose in accordance with local regulations; wash down residual to sanitary sewer.* * Contact the sanitary treatment facility in advance to assure ability to process washed-down material.
VIII. Fire and Explosion Data
IX. Physical Data
Not flammable or explosive. In a fire, cool containers to prevent rupture and release of sodium chlorate.
Boiling point:..................................................... 212 F, 100 C Specific Gravity (H 2 O): ..................................... 1085 Solubility in Water: ............................................ Complete PH:...................................................................... 11.4
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Book Code: BBGA0524
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