ICSC 0638 - CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE

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CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE	ICSC: 0638 (October 2005)
Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt Calcium oxychloride

CAS #: 7778-54-3

UN #: 1748

EC Number: 231-908-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with acids, combustible substances or reducing agents.	NO contact with combustible substances or reducing agents.	NO powder. Use water in large amounts. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Burning sensation. Sore throat. Wheezing. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Serious skin burns. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit, face shield and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered air-tight, dry containers. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE

ICSC: 0638

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes rapidly above 175°C . Decomposes rapidly on contact with acids. This produces chlorine and oxygen. This generates fire and explosion hazard. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. The solution in water is a medium strong base. Reacts violently with ammonia, amines, nitrogen compounds and many other substances. This generates explosion hazard. Attacks many metals. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Attacks plastics.	Formula: Ca(ClO)₂ Molecular mass: 143.0 Decomposes at 100°C Density: 2.35 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 21

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes rapidly above 175°C . Decomposes rapidly on contact with acids. This produces chlorine and oxygen. This generates fire and explosion hazard. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. The solution in water is a medium strong base. Reacts violently with ammonia, amines, nitrogen compounds and many other substances. This generates explosion hazard. Attacks many metals. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Attacks plastics.

Formula: Ca(ClO)₂
Molecular mass: 143.0
Decomposes at 100°C
Density: 2.35 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 21

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and by inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of decomposition products may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and by inhalation.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of decomposition products may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: O, C, N; R: 8-22-31-34-50; S: (1/2)-26-36/37/39-45-61

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