| I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION |
| Name: |
Water Preserver™ Concentrate |
Description:
Clear, light yellow liquid with chlorine odor |
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Other Designations |
Manufacturer |
Emergency
Procedure |
EPA Reg. No. 61428-1
Sodium Hypochlorite solution |
Manufactured for:
7C's Safety & Environmental Consultants
P.O. Box 2704
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 |
Notify your supervisor.
Call your local poison control center, or
Dial 9-1-1 for emergency |
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| II. HEALTH HAZARD
INFORMATION |
|
III. INGREDIENTS
AND HAZARDS |
| Concentrate causes
severe but temporary eye irritation. May irritate skin. May cause nausea and vomiting if
concentrate is 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
bronchitis, or obstructive lung disease. Under normal consumer use of concentrate the
likelihood of any adverse health effects from the concentrate is extremely 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 large quantities of water and call a physician. Do not use
baking soda or acidic antidotes. INHALATION: If breathing problems develop remove
to fresh air. |
|
Ingredients:
Sodium Hypochlorite, CAS# 7681-52-9
Concentration: 5.25%
Hazard: Corrosive
None of the ingredients in this product are on the IARC, NTP or OSHA carcinogen list.
Occasional clinic reports suggest a low potential for sensitization upon exaggerated
exposure to sodium hypochlorite (Concentrate) if skin damage (e.g. abrasion) occurs during
exposure. Routine clinical tests conducted on intact skin found no sensitization in test
subjects. |
| IV. SPECIAL
PROTECTION INFORMATION ** |
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V. SPECIAL
PRECAUTIONS |
| Hygienic
Practices (Concentrate): Wear safety glasses. With repeated or prolonged exposure
to Concentrate, wear rubber or plastic gloves. Ventilation Requirements
(Concentrate): No special ventilation required unless concentrate is exposed to
acidic conditions.
Work Practices (Concentrate): Avoid eye and skin contact and inhalation
of vapor or mist. |
|
Keep Concentrate
out of reach of children. Do not get in eyes or on skin. Wash thoroughly with soap and
water after handling. Do not mix with other household chemicals such as toilet bowl
cleaners, rust removers, vinegar, acid or products containing ammonia. Store in a cool dry
place. Do not reuse empty container; rinse container and put in trash receptacle. |
| VI. SPILL OR LEAK
PROCEDURES |
|
VII. REACTIVITY
DATA |
| Small quantities
(Concentrate), less than 5 gallons, may be flushed down the drain. For larger
quantities wipe up with absorbent material or mop and dispose of it in accordance with
local, state and federal regulations. Dilute with water to minimize oxidizing effect on
spilled surface. Absorb spills with diatomaceous earth or soda ash for waste disposal. |
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Concentrate 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
products containing ammonia to produce hazardous gases such as chlorine and other
chlorinated species. Prolonged contact with metal may cause pitting or discoloration. |
| VIII. FIRE AND
EXPLOSION |
|
IX. PHYSICAL DATA |
| Not flammable or
explosive. In a fire, cool containers to prevent rupture and release of sodium chlorate.
Dilute copiously, avoid fumes and ventilate. |
|
Boiling Point : 212
deg. F / 100 deg. C (decomposes)
Specific Gravity : 1.085 (H2O = 1)
Solubility in Water: Complete
pH: 10.0 - 11.0 |
As of the date of
this document, the foregoing information is believed to be accurate and is provided in
good faith to comply with applicable state and federal laws. However, no warranty or
representation is intended or given. |
** this Data is supplied for use only in connection with Occupational
Safety and Health
© 1990-1999 7C's Safety & Environmental, Inc. Date Prepared: 5/95
DATE REV: 2/99
