Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) U.S. Department of Labour MSDS No.

G-HC70
May be used to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (Non-Mandatory Form)
69 CPR 1910, 1200 standard must be Form Approved
consulted for specific requirements. OWB No. 1218-0072

IDENTITY (As used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not applicable or no
Granular H I - C H L O N 7 0 information is available, the space must be marked to indicate the

Section I

Distributor’s Name Emergency Telephone Number

1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code) Telephone Number for Information
11-81-3-3245-6144 (Fax: 011-81-3-3245-622)
Manufacturer’s Name Date Prepared Aug. 21, 1992
Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. Revised Sep. 2, 1996

Address Signature of Preparer (optional)

2-1, Ohtemachi 2-Chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokya 100, Japan

Section II --- Hazardous Ingredients/Identity information

Hazardous Components Other Limits

(Specific Chemical Identity; Common name (s)) OSHA PEL ACGIII TLC Recommended % (optional)

Calcium hypochlorite, hydrated not listed not listed none 70 min *

(CAS No. 7778-54-3)

* as available chlorine

Section III --- Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O=1) (bulk density)

not applicable about 1

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) Melting Point

not applicable not applicable

Vapor Density (AIR=1) Evaporation Rate

not applicable (Butyl Acetate=1) not applicable

Solubility in Water
Appreciable

Appearance and Odor

White granular, chlorine odor
Section IV – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flush Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UBL

Not applicable not applicable

Extinguishing Media
Flood with water
Special Fire Fighting Procedures

Evacuate personnel to a safe area.

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray.

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Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

Strong Oxidising agent.

Contamination with any foreign matter or combustible materials may cause FIRE or EXPLOSION.

The fire can be of great intensity.

Section V – Reactivity Date
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid

Stable Heat and moisture of water.

x

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)

Acids, acidic salts, acidic gases, strong reducing agents, chlorinated isocynurates, ammonia, amines.
Metal oxides or combastible materials.

Hazardous Decomposition of Byproducts

Oxygen, chlorine and hydrogen chloride gas by moisture.

Chlorine and oxygen thermal decomposition. Trichloroamine by contact with chlorinated isocyanurates.

Hazardous May Occur conditions to avoid

Polymerization
Will not Occur
x

Section VI – Health Hazard Data

Route (s) of Entry: Inhalation ? yes Skin? Yes Ingestion? Yes

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)

May be fatal if swallowed or inhaled. Oral-rat LD.. : 1.260mg/kg.

Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes severe irritation

High concentrations are extremely destractive to tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract,

Eyes and skin.

Carcinogenicity : NTP? no IARC Monographs? no OSHA Regulated? No

No information is available.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

May include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea

And vomiting,

Medical conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

No information is available.

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Emergency and First Aid Procedures

In case of contact : Immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Assure adequate of flushing of the eyes by
separating eyelids with fingers. Wash clothing before reuse.
If inhaled : Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If breathing is difficult, given oxygen
If ingested : Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately.
Section VII – Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots
and heavy rubber gloves. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors.
Clean up spill. Flush with plenty of water, and remove contaminated articles.
Do not return spilled chemical into the original drum or vessel.
Do not throw this chemical into the trash bin.
Waste Disposal Method
Make a 3% solution of the chemical in water.
Gradually add a 50% excess of aqueous sodium bisulfite with stirring at room temperature.
An increase in temperature indicates that a reaction is taking place.
Destroy excess bisulfite, neutralize and flush the solution down the drain.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Oxidizer. Use only in a chemical fume hood
Keep away from combustible materials, heat sparks, open flame and sunlight
Use only a dry, clean cup or vessel made of ceramic, plastic or glass when handling.
Store in cool place in original container. Keep tightly closed.
Do not drop or roll the drums.
Do not drop onto, or slide across, sharp objects.
Do not store in side.
Avoid creasing or impacting of side walls.
Do not permit truck engine exhaust gas to contact this chemical.
Other Precautions
Thermal decomposition of calcium hypochlorite sets in around 175oC with the evolution of oxygen and chlorine.
Propagating rapidly through the whole bulk.
Decomposition of calcium hypochlorite is accelerated by storing in above 40oC.
IWO Class 5.1 (Oxidizing agents). UN No. 2880, Packaging group : 2
Section VIII – Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Appropriate NIOSH/MSHA-approved (dust respirator)
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
Recommended normally not required
Mechanical (General) Other
Desirable normally not required

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Protective Gloves Eye Protection

Chemical-resistant gloves (such as rubber) Safety goggles
Other protective clothing or Equipment

Eye bath and safety shower

Work/Hygienic Practices

Wash thoroughly after handling

This information is taken from sources or based upon data believed to be reliable.
However, Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. Makes no warranty as to the absolute correctness or
sufficiency of any of the foregoing or that additional or other measures may not be
required under particular conditions.
NISSO HI-CHLON
70% Calcium Hypochlorite

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET