SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issuing Date January 5, 2015
Revision Date July 24, 2018
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product identifier
Product Name
Clorox® Germicidal Bleach
Other means of identification
EPA Registration Number
67619-32
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Recommended use
Institutional hard surface disinfecting and sanitizing bleach
Uses advised against
No information available
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Address
The Clorox Company
1221 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: 1-510-271-7000
Emergency telephone number
Emergency Phone Numbers
For Medical Emergencies, call: 1-800-446-1014
For Transportation Emergencies, call Chemtrec: 1-800-424-9300
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Skin corrosion/irritation
Category 1
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Category 1
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Emergency Overview
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Statements
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Causes serious eye damage
Appearance Clear, pale yellow
Physical State Thin liquid
Odor Bleach
Precautionary Statements - Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection, and eye protection such as safety glasses.
Precautionary Statements - Response
Immediately call a poison center or doctor.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Precautionary Statements - Storage
Store locked up.
Precautionary Statements - Disposal
Dispose of contents in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Although not expected, heart conditions or chronic respiratory problems such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, or obstructive lung
disease may be aggravated by exposure to high concentrations of vapor or mist.
Product contains a strong oxidizer. Always flush drains before and after use.
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Unknown Toxicity
Not applicable.
Other information
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Interactions with Other Chemicals
Reacts with other household chemicals such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, acids, or products containing ammonia to produce
hazardous irritating gases, such as chlorine and other chlorinated compounds.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name
CAS-No
Weight %
Trade Secret
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
5 - 10
*
* The exact percentage (concentration) of composition has been withheld as a trade secret.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
First aid measures
General Advice
Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Show this safety
data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Eye Contact
Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 - 20 minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control
center or doctor for treatment advice.
Skin Contact
Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20
minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. If breathing is affected, call a doctor.
Ingestion
Have person sip a glassful of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to
do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment
advice.
Protection of First-aiders
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Wear personal protective clothing (see section 8).
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Most Important Symptoms and
Effects
Burning of eyes and skin.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically. Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric
lavage.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
This product causes burns to eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition can release sodium chlorate and
irritating gases and vapors.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
None.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
None.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective
gear.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal
protective equipment as required. For spills of multiple products, responders should evaluate
the MSDSs of the products for incompatibility with sodium hypochlorite. Breathing protection
should be worn in enclosed and/or poorly-ventilated areas until hazard assessment is
complete.
Other Information
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.
Environmental precautions
Environmental Precautions
This product is toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, oysters, and shrimp. Do not allow product
to enter storm drains, lakes, or streams. See Section 12 for ecological Information.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for Containment
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for Cleaning Up
Absorb and containerize. Wash residual down to sanitary sewer. Contact the sanitary
treatment facility in advance to assure ability to process washed-down material.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Handling
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes, and clothing. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage
Store away from children. Reclose cap tightly after each use. Store this product upright in
a cool, dry area, away from direct sunlight and heat to avoid deterioration. Do not
contaminate food or feed by storage of this product.
Incompatible Products
Toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, acids, and products containing ammonia.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Exposure Guidelines
Chemical Name
ACGIH TLV
OSHA PEL
NIOSH IDLH
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
None
None
None
ACGIH TLV: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists - Threshold Limit Value. OSHA PEL: Occupational Safety and Health
Administration - Permissible Exposure Limits. NIOSH IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health.
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering Measures
Showers
Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/Face Protection
If splashes are likely to occur: Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) or face
shield.
Skin and Body Protection
Wear rubber or neoprene gloves and protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirt.
Respiratory Protection
If irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory protection should be worn.
Positive-pressure supplied air respirators may be required for high airborne contaminant
concentrations. Respiratory protection must be provided in accordance with current local
regulations.
Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands after
direct contact. Do not wear product-contaminated clothing for prolonged periods. Remove
and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this
product.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State
Thin liquid
Appearance
Clear
Odor
Bleach
Color
Pale yellow
Odor Threshold
No information available
Property
Values
Remarks/ Method
pH
~12
None known
Melting/freezing point
No data available
None known
Boiling point / boiling range
No data available
None known
Flash Point
Not flammable
None known
Evaporation rate
No data available
None known
Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
None known
Flammability Limits in Air
Upper flammability limit
No data available
None known
Lower flammability limit
No data available
None known
Vapor pressure
No data available
None known
Vapor density
No data available
None known
Specific Gravity
~1.1
None known
Water Solubility
Soluble
None known
Solubility in other solvents
No data available
None known
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
No data available
None known
Autoignition temperature
No data available
None known
Decomposition temperature
No data available
None known
Kinematic viscosity
No data available
None known
Dynamic viscosity
No data available
None known
Explosive Properties
Not explosive
Oxidizing Properties
No data available
Other Information
Softening Point
No data available
VOC Content (%)
No data available
Particle Size
No data available
Particle Size Distribution
No data available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Reacts with other household chemicals such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, acids, or products containing ammonia to produce
hazardous irritating gases, such as chlorine and other chlorinated compounds.
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing.
Conditions to avoid
None known based on information supplied.
Incompatible materials
Toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, acids, and products containing ammonia.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
None known based on information supplied.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Product Information
.
Inhalation
Exposure to vapor or mist may irritate respiratory tract and cause coughing. Inhalation of
high concentrations may cause pulmonary edema.
Eye Contact
Corrosive. May cause severe damage to eyes.
Skin Contact
May cause severe irritation to skin. Prolonged contact may cause burns to skin.
Ingestion
Ingestion may cause burns to gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract, nausea, vomiting,
and diarrhea.
Component Information
Chemical Name
LD50 Oral
LD50 Dermal
LC50 Inhalation
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
8200 mg/kg (Rat)
>10000 mg/kg (Rabbit)
-
Information on toxicological effects
Symptoms
May cause redness and tearing of the eyes. May cause burns to eyes. May cause redness
or burns to skin. Inhalation may cause coughing.
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Sensitization
No information available.
Mutagenic Effects
No information available.
Carcinogenicity
The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen.
Chemical Name
ACGIH
IARC
NTP
OSHA
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
-
Group 3 - -
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
Group 3 - Not Classifiable as to Carcinogenicity in Humans
Reproductive Toxicity
No information available.
STOT - single exposure
No information available.
STOT - repeated exposure
No information available.
Chronic Toxicity
Carcinogenic potential is unknown.
Target Organ Effects
Respiratory system, eyes, skin, gastrointestinal tract (GI).
Aspiration Hazard
No information available.
Numerical measures of toxicity - Product Information
The following values are calculated based on chapter 3.1 of the GHS document
ATEmix (oral)
54 g/kg
ATEmix (inhalation-dust/mist)
58 mg/L
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
This product is toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, oysters, and shrimp. Do not allow product to enter storm drains, lakes, or streams.
Persistence and Degradability
No information available.
Bioaccumulation
No information available.
Other adverse effects
No information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal methods
Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Do not contaminate food or feed by disposal of this
product.
Contaminated Packaging
Do not reuse empty containers. Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
Not restricted.
TDG
Not restricted for road or rail.
ICAO
Not restricted, as per Special Provision A197, Environmentally Hazardous Substance
exception.
IATA
Not restricted, as per Special Provision A197, Environmentally Hazardous Substance
exception.
IMDG/IMO
Not restricted, as per IMDG Code 2.10.2.7, Marine Pollutant exception.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Chemical Inventories
TSCA
All components of this product are either on the TSCA 8(b) Inventory or otherwise exempt
from listing.
DSL/NDSL
All components are on the DSL or NDSL.
TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Acute Health Hazard
Yes
Chronic Health Hazard
No
Fire Hazard
No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard
No
Reactive Hazard
No
Clean Water Act
This product contains the following substances which are regulated pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and
40 CFR 122.42)
Chemical Name
CWA - Reportable
Quantities
CWA - Toxic Pollutants
CWA - Priority Pollutants
CWA - Hazardous
Substances
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
100 lb
X
CERCLA
This material, as supplied, contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302)
Chemical Name
Hazardous Substances RQs
Extremely Hazardous Substances
RQs
RQ
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
100 lb
-
RQ 100 lb final RQ
RQ 45.4 kg final RQ
EPA Statement
This chemical is a pesticide product registered by the Environmental Protection Agency and is subject to certain labeling
requirements under federal pesticide law. These requirements differ from the classification criteria and hazard information required
for safety data sheets and for workplace labels of non-pesticide chemicals. Following is the hazard information as required on the
pesticide label:
DANGER: CORROSIVE. Causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns. Harmful if swallowed. Do not get in eyes, on
skin, or on clothing. Wear protective eyewear and rubber gloves when handling this product. Wash thoroughly with soap
and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the restroom. Avoid breathing
vapors and use only in a well-ventilated area.
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US State Regulations
California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
Chemical Name
New Jersey
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Illinois
Sodium hypochlorite
7681-52-9
X X X
X
Sodium chlorate
7775-09-9
X X X
International Regulations
Canada
WHMIS Hazard Class
E - Corrosive material
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA
Health Hazard 3
Flammability 0
Instability 0
Physical and Chemical Hazards -
HMIS
Health Hazard 3
Flammability 0
Physical Hazard 0
Personal Protection B
Prepared By
Product Stewardship
23 British American Blvd.
Latham, NY 12110
1-800-572-6501
Revision Date
July 24, 2018
Revision Note
Reference
Revised Section 1.
1064453/166081.094
General Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal, and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
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