Sodium Hypochlorite, 13% Active Chlorine

Safety Data Sheet
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Sodium hypochlorite, 13% active chlorine

Version number: GHS 4.1 Revision: 2020-07-15
Replaces version of: 2020-06-03 (GHS 3)
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier

Trade name Sodium hypochlorite, 13% active chlorine
Registration number (REACH) not relevant (mixture)
CAS number 7681-52-9
Alternative name(s) sodium hypochlorite
Article number A0287962
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses General use
Uses advised against Do not use for squirting or spraying. Do not use
for products which come into direct contact with
the skin.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Chemos GmbH & Co. KG
Sonnenring 7
84032 Altdorf
Germany

Telephone: +49 871-966346-0
Telefax: +49 871-966346-13
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.chemos.de/
e-mail (competent person) [email protected]
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Emergency information service +49 89 1 92 40
Poison centre
Country Name Postal code/ Telephone Telefax

city
United Kingdom National Poison Information Centre SE14 5ER Lon- +44 171 635 91 91
Medical Toxicology Unit don
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
Section Hazard class Category Hazard class and cat- Hazard state-
egory ment
2.16 substance or mixture corrosive to metals 1 Met. Corr. 1 H290
3.2 skin corrosion/irritation 1B Skin Corr. 1B H314
3.3 serious eye damage/eye irritation 1 Eye Dam. 1 H318
4.1A hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard 1 Aquatic Acute 1 H400
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Section Hazard class Category Hazard class and cat- Hazard state-
egory ment
4.1C hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard 1 Aquatic Chronic 1 H410
For full text of abbreviations: see SECTION 16.
The most important adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
Skin corrosion produces an irreversible damage to the skin; namely, visible necrosis through the epidermis and into the
dermis. Spillage and fire water can cause pollution of watercourses.
2.2 Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
- Signal word danger
- Pictograms
GHS05, GHS09
- Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- Precautionary statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or
shower.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
P391 Collect spillage.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to industrial combustion plant.
- Supplemental hazard information

EUH031 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
- Hazardous ingredients for labelling Sodium hypochlorite 12% chlorine, sodium hy-
droxide
2.3 Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
This mixture does not contain any substances that are assessed to be a PBT or a vPvB.

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Not relevant (mixture)
Identifiers
CAS No 7681-52-9
EC No 231-668-3
Molar mass 74.44 g/mol
3.2 Mixtures
Description of the mixture
Name of substance Identifier Wt% Classification acc. to GHS Pictograms
Sodium hypochlorite 12% CAS No 5 – 15 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

chlorine 7681-52-9 Skin Corr. 1 / H314
Eye Dam. 1 / H318
EC No STOT SE 3 / H335
231-668-3 Aquatic Acute 1 / H400
Aquatic Chronic 1 / H410
sodium hydroxide CAS No 1 – < 2 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

1310-73-2 Skin Corr. 1A / H314
Eye Dam. 1 / H318
EC No Aquatic Chronic 3 / H412
215-185-5
Index No
011-002-00-6
For full text of abbreviations: see SECTION 16.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures

General notes
Do not leave affected person unattended. Remove victim out of the danger area. Keep affected person warm, still and
covered. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medic-
al advice. In case of unconsciousness place person in the recovery position. Never give anything by mouth.
Following inhalation
If breathing is irregular or stopped, immediately seek medical assistance and start first aid actions. In case of respirat-
ory tract irritation, consult a physician. Provide fresh air.
Following skin contact

Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Following eye contact

Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Irrigate copiously with clean, fresh water for at
least 10 minutes, holding the eyelids apart.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Do NOT induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms and effects are not known to date.

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4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
none
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, Alcohol resistant foam, BC-powder, Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Unsuitable extinguishing media

Water jet
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Substance or mixture corrosive to metals.
5.3 Advice for firefighters

In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Co-ordinate firefighting measures to the fire surroundings. Do
not allow firefighting water to enter drains or water courses. Collect contaminated firefighting water separately. Fight
fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel
Remove persons to safety.
For emergency responders

Wear breathing apparatus if exposed to vapours/dust/spray/gases.
6.2 Environmental precautions

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it. If substance
has entered a water course or sewer, inform the responsible authority.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Advice on how to contain a spill
Covering of drains
Advice on how to clean up a spill

Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). Collect spillage: sawdust, kieselgur (diatomite), sand, universal
binder
Appropriate containment techniques

Use of adsorbent materials.
Other information relating to spills and releases

Place in appropriate containers for disposal. Ventilate affected area.
6.4 Reference to other sections

Personal protective equipment: see section 8. Incompatible materials: see section 10. Disposal considerations: see sec-
tion 13.

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SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Recommendations
- Measures to prevent fire as well as aerosol and dust generation
Use local and general ventilation. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
- Handling of incompatible substances or mixtures

Do not mix with acids.
Advice on general occupational hygiene

Wash hands after use. Do not eat, drink and smoke in work areas. Remove contaminated clothing and protective
equipment before entering eating areas. Never keep food or drink in the vicinity of chemicals. Never place chemicals
in containers that are normally used for food or drink. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Managing of associated risks
- Corrosive conditions
Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
- Specific designs for storage rooms or vessels

Do not keep the container sealed.
- Packaging compatibilities
Only packagings which are approved (e.g. acc. to ADR) may be used.
7.3 Specific end use(s)

See section 16 for a general overview.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational exposure limit values (Workplace Exposure Limits)
Coun- Name of agent CAS No Identi- TWA TWA STEL STEL Ceiling-C Ceiling-C Nota- Source
try fier [ppm] [mg/m³] [ppm] [mg/m³] [ppm] [mg/m³] tion
GB sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 WEL 2 EH40/

2005
Notation
Ceiling-C ceiling value is a limit value above which exposure should not occur
STEL short-term exposure limit: a limit value above which exposure should not occur and which is related to a 15-minute peri-
od (unless otherwise specified)
TWA time-weighted average (long-term exposure limit): measured or calculated in relation to a reference period of 8 hours
time-weighted average (unless otherwise specified)
Human health values
Relevant DNELs and other threshold levels
Endpoint Threshold level Protection goal, route Used in Exposure time

of exposure
DNEL 1.55 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - systemic effects
DNEL 3.1 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) acute - systemic effects

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Relevant DNELs and other threshold levels
Endpoint Threshold level Protection goal, route Used in Exposure time

of exposure
DNEL 1.55 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - local effects
DNEL 3.1 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) acute - local effects
Relevant DNELs of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No Endpoint Threshold Protection goal, Used in Exposure time
level route of exposure
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 DNEL 1.55 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - systemic
12% chlorine effects
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 DNEL 3.1 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) acute - systemic ef-
12% chlorine fects
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 DNEL 1.55 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - local ef-
12% chlorine fects
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 DNEL 3.1 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) acute - local effects
12% chlorine
sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 DNEL 1 mg/m³ human, inhalatory worker (industry) chronic - local ef-
fects
Environmental values
Relevant PNECs and other threshold levels
Endpoint Threshold level Organism Environmental compartment Exposure time
PNEC 0.21 µg/l aquatic organisms freshwater short-term (single instance)
PNEC 0.042 µg/l aquatic organisms marine water short-term (single instance)
PNEC 4.69 mg/l aquatic organisms sewage treatment plant (STP) short-term (single instance)
Relevant PNECs of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No Endpoint Threshold Organism Environmental Exposure time

level compartment
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 PNEC 0.21 µg/l aquatic organisms freshwater short-term (single
12% chlorine instance)
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 PNEC 0.042 µg/l aquatic organisms marine water short-term (single
12% chlorine instance)
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 PNEC 4.69 mg/l aquatic organisms sewage treatment short-term (single
12% chlorine plant (STP) instance)
8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls
General ventilation.

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Individual protection measures (personal protective equipment)

Eye/face protection
Wear eye/face protection.
Skin protection
- Hand protection
Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374. Check leak-tight-
ness/impermeability prior to use. In the case of wanting to use the gloves again, clean them before taking off and air
them well. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves men-
tioned above together with the supplier of these gloves.
- Other protection measures

Take recovery periods for skin regeneration. Preventive skin protection (barrier creams/ointments) is recommended.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Respiratory protection
In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Environmental exposure controls

Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance
Physical state liquid
Colour yellowish
Odour characteristic
Other safety parameters
pH (value) 12 – 13 (20 °C) (base)
Melting point/freezing point -28.9 °C at 1,013 hPa
Initial boiling point and boiling range 98 °C
Flash point >111 °C at 101.3 kPa
Evaporation rate not determined
Flammability (solid, gas) not relevant, (fluid)
Explosive limits not determined
Vapour pressure 23 hPa at 20 °C
Density 1.24 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Vapour density this information is not available

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Solubility(ies)
- Water solubility 1,000,000 mg/l at 25 °C
Partition coefficient
- n-octanol/water (log KOW) -3.42 (pH value: 12.5, 20 °C) (ECHA)
Auto-ignition temperature not determined
Decomposition temperature >111 °C
Viscosity
- Kinematic viscosity 2.258 mm²/s at 20 °C
- Dynamic viscosity 2.8 mPa s at 20 °C
Explosive properties none
Oxidising properties none
9.2 Other information
Surface tension 82.4 mN/m (20 °C) (ECHA)
Solvent content 15 %
Solid content 2%
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Concerning incompatibility: see below "Conditions to avoid" and "Incompatible materials". Substance or mixture cor-
rosive to metals.
10.2 Chemical stability

See below "Conditions to avoid".
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

No known hazardous reactions.
10.4 Conditions to avoid

There are no specific conditions known which have to be avoided.
10.5 Incompatible materials

There is no additional information.
Release of toxic materials with:

Acids
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Reasonably anticipated hazardous decomposition products produced as a result of use, storage, spill and heating are
not known. Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Test data are not available for the complete mixture.
Classification procedure
The method for classification of the mixture is based on ingredients of the mixture (additivity formula).
Classification according to GHS (1272/2008/EC, CLP)

Acute toxicity
Shall not be classified as acutely toxic.
- Acute toxicity estimate (ATE)

Oral 1,100 mg/kg
Acute toxicity estimate (ATE) of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No Exposure route ATE
Sodium hypochlorite 12% chlorine 7681-52-9 oral 1,100 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Causes serious eye damage.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Shall not be classified as a respiratory or skin sensitiser.
Germ cell mutagenicity

Shall not be classified as germ cell mutagenic.
Carcinogenicity
Shall not be classified as carcinogenic.
Reproductive toxicity
Shall not be classified as a reproductive toxicant.
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

Shall not be classified as a specific target organ toxicant (single exposure).
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

Shall not be classified as a specific target organ toxicant (repeated exposure).
Aspiration hazard
Shall not be classified as presenting an aspiration hazard.

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SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Aquatic toxicity (acute)
Endpoint Value Species Exposure time
EC50 141 µg/l aquatic invertebrates 48 h
ErC50 0.036 mg/l algae 72 h
Aquatic toxicity (acute) of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No Endpoint Value Species Exposure

time
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 EC50 141 µg/l aquatic invertebrates 48 h

12% chlorine
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 ErC50 0.036 mg/l algae 72 h

12% chlorine
sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 EC50 40.4 mg/l aquatic invertebrates 48 h
Aquatic toxicity (chronic)
Endpoint Value Species Exposure time
LC50 0.05 mg/ fish 120 h

l
EC50 563 mg/l microorganisms 3h
Aquatic toxicity (chronic) of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No Endpoint Value Species Exposure

time
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 LC50 0.05 mg/l fish 120 h

12% chlorine
Sodium hypochlorite 7681-52-9 EC50 563 mg/l microorganisms 3h

12% chlorine
12.2 Persistence and degradability

Data are not available.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential of components of the mixture
Name of substance CAS No BCF Log KOW BOD5/COD
Sodium hypochlorite 12% chlorine 7681-52-9 -3.42 (pH value: 12.5, 20 °C)

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12.4 Mobility in soil

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

12.6 Other adverse effects

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods

Waste treatment-relevant information
Recycling/reclamation of other inorganic materials.
Sewage disposal-relevant information

Do not empty into drains. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
Waste treatment of containers/packagings

It is a dangerous waste; only packagings which are approved (e.g. acc. to ADR) may be used. Completely emptied pack-
ages can be recycled. Handle contaminated packages in the same way as the substance itself.
Remarks
Please consider the relevant national or regional provisions. Waste shall be separated into the categories that can be
handled separately by the local or national waste management facilities.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number 1791

14.2 UN proper shipping name HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Class 8 (corrosive substances) (environmentally hazardous)
14.4 Packing group II (substance presenting medium danger)
14.5 Environmental hazards hazardous to the aquatic environment
14.6 Special precautions for user
Provisions for dangerous goods (ADR) should be complied within the premises.
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
The cargo is not intended to be carried in bulk.
Information for each of the UN Model Regulations

Transport of dangerous goods by road, rail and inland waterway (ADR/RID/ADN)
UN number 1791
Proper shipping name HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
Class 8
Classification code C9
Packing group II
Danger label(s) 8, fish and tree

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Environmental hazards yes (hazardous to the aquatic environment)

Special provisions (SP) 521
Excepted quantities (EQ) E2
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Transport category (TC) 2
Tunnel restriction code (TRC) E
Hazard identification No 80
Emergency Action Code 2X
International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG)
UN number 1791
Proper shipping name HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
Class 8
Marine pollutant yes (P) (hazardous to the aquatic environment)
Packing group II
Danger label(s) 8, fish and tree
Special provisions (SP) 274, 900

Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
EmS F-A, S-B
Stowage category B
Segregation group 8 - Hypochlorites
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO-IATA/DGR)
UN number 1791
Proper shipping name Hypochlorite solution
Class 8
Environmental hazards yes (hazardous to the aquatic environment)
Packing group II
Danger label(s) 8
Special provisions (SP) A3

Limited quantities (LQ) 0,5 L

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SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Relevant provisions of the European Union (EU)
Deco-Paint Directive (2004/42/EC)
VOC content 0%
Directive on industrial emissions (VOCs, 2010/75/EU)
VOC content 0%
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

Chemical safety assessments for substances in this mixture were not carried out.
SECTION 16: Other information
Indication of changes (revised safety data sheet)
Section Former entry (text/value) Actual entry (text/value) Safety-rel-

evant
2.1 Classification according to Regulation (EC) No yes

1272/2008 (CLP):
change in the listing (table)
2.2 - Pictograms: yes

2.2 - Hazard statements: yes

3.2 Description of the mixture: yes

11.1 Acute toxicity: Acute toxicity: yes

Harmful if swallowed. Shall not be classified as acutely toxic.
16 Abbreviations and acronyms: yes

16 List of relevant phrases (code and full text as yes

stated in chapter 2 and 3):
Abbreviations and acronyms
Abbr. Descriptions of used abbreviations
ADN Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par voies de naviga-
tion intérieures (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by In-
land Waterways)
ADR Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European
Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
Aquatic Acute Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard
Aquatic Chronic Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard
ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF Bioconcentration factor

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BOD Biochemical Oxygen Demand
CAS Chemical Abstracts Service (service that maintains the most comprehensive list of chemical substances)
Ceiling-C Ceiling value
CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures
COD Chemical oxygen demand
DGR Dangerous Goods Regulations (see IATA/DGR)
DNEL Derived No-Effect Level
EC50 Effective Concentration 50 %. The EC50 corresponds to the concentration of a tested substance causing
50 % changes in response (e.g. on growth) during a specified time interval
EC No The EC Inventory (EINECS, ELINCS and the NLP-list) is the source for the seven-digit EC number, an identi-
fier of substances commercially available within the EU (European Union)
EH40/2005 EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits (http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-li-

cence/)
EINECS European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS European List of Notified Chemical Substances
EmS Emergency Schedule
ErC50 ≡ EC50: in this method, that concentration of test substance which results in a 50 % reduction in either
growth (EbC50) or growth rate (ErC50) relative to the control
Eye Dam. Seriously damaging to the eye
Eye Irrit. Irritant to the eye
GHS "Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals" developed by the United Na-
tions
IATA International Air Transport Association
IATA/DGR Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for the air transport (IATA)
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
index No The Index number is the identification code given to the substance in Part 3 of Annex VI to Regulation
(EC) No 1272/2008
LC50 Lethal Concentration 50%: the LC50 corresponds to the concentration of a tested substance causing 50 %
lethality during a specified time interval
log KOW n-Octanol/water
MARPOL International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (abbr. of "Marine Pollutant")
Met. Corr. Substance or mixture corrosive to metals
NLP No-Longer Polymer
PBT Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
PNEC Predicted No-Effect Concentration
ppm Parts per million
REACH Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals

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RID Règlement concernant le transport International ferroviaire des marchandises Dangereuses (Regula-
tions concerning the International carriage of Dangerous goods by Rail)
Skin Corr. Corrosive to skin
Skin Irrit. Irritant to skin
STEL Short-term exposure limit
STOT SE Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
TWA Time-weighted average
VOC Volatile Organic Compounds
vPvB Very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
WEL Workplace exposure limit
Key literature references and sources for data

Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures. Regulation (EC)
No. 1907/2006 (REACH), amended by 2015/830/EU.
Transport of dangerous goods by road, rail and inland waterway (ADR/RID/ADN). International Maritime Dangerous
Goods Code (IMDG). Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for the air transport (IATA).
Classification procedure
Physical and chemical properties: The classification is based on tested mixture.
Health hazards, Environmental hazards: The method for classification of the mixture is based on ingredients of the mix-
ture (additivity formula).
List of relevant phrases (code and full text as stated in chapter 2 and 3)
Code Text
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Disclaimer
This information is based upon the present state of our knowledge. This SDS has been compiled and is solely intended
for this product.

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Safety Data Sheet

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

Sodium hypochlorite, 13% active chlorine

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Country Name Postal code/ Telephone Telefax

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

2.16 substance or mixture corrosive to metals 1 Met. Corr. 1 H290

3.2 skin corrosion/irritation 1B Skin Corr. 1B H314

3.3 serious eye damage/eye irritation 1 Eye Dam. 1 H318

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For full text of abbreviations: see SECTION 16.

2.2 Label elements

- Supplemental hazard information

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

Name of substance Identifier Wt% Classification acc. to GHS Pictograms

Sodium hypochlorite 12% CAS No 5 – 15 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

sodium hydroxide CAS No 1 – < 2 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

For full text of abbreviations: see SECTION 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

Following skin contact

Following eye contact

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Unsuitable extinguishing media

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

5.3 Advice for firefighters

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For emergency responders

6.2 Environmental precautions

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Advice on how to clean up a spill

Appropriate containment techniques

Other information relating to spills and releases

6.4 Reference to other sections

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SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

- Handling of incompatible substances or mixtures

Advice on general occupational hygiene

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

- Specific designs for storage rooms or vessels

7.3 Specific end use(s)

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Occupational exposure limit values (Workplace Exposure Limits)

GB sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 WEL 2 EH40/

Human health values

Sodium hypochlorite 12% CAS No 5 – 15 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

sodium hydroxide CAS No 1 – < 2 Met. Corr. 1 / H290

pH (value) 12 – 13 (20 °C) (base)