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CHLORINE:
The first agent of chemical warfare was chlorine. WWII ended with an abundance
of this cheap chemical. In the name of huge profits, it was added to our water
supply and many other products. Chlorine is the number one cause of breast cancer
and can be lethal. Scientists won't handle chlorine without protective gloves,
facemasks, and ventilation, yet it is in most store-brand cleaners, including
dishwasher detergents. The harmful effects are intensified when the fumes are
heated, as in the shower. It ís in our drinking water, swimming pools,
Jacuzzis, and more.
BLEACH:
is a strong corrosive. It will irritate or burn the skin, eyes and respiratory
tract. It may cause pulmonary edema or vomiting and coma if ingested. Never mix
bleach with acid toilet bowl cleaners or ammonia. These mixtures may produce fumes
which can be DEADLY.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Ashland Chemical Co. Date Prepared: 01/06/98
Date Printed: 06/22/99
MSDS No: 301.0029691- 006.005I
BLEACH, LIQUID 5% HOUSEHOLD TYPE
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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Material Identity
Product Name: BLEACH, LIQUID 5% HOUSEHOLD TYPE
General or Generic ID: SALTS
Company Emergency Telephone Number:
Ashland Chemical Co. 1-800-ASHLAND (1-800-274-5263)
P.O. Box 2219 24 hours everyday
Columbus, OH 43216
614-790-3333 Regulatory Information Number:
1-800-325-3751
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2. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient(s) CAS Number % (by weight)
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WATER 7732-18-5 93.0- 97.0
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 7681-52-9 3.3- 7.0
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
Eye
Can cause permanent eye injury. Symptoms include stinging,
tearing, redness, and swelling of eyes. Can injure the cornea and
cause blindness.
Skin
Can cause permanent skin damage. Symptoms may include redness,
burning, and swelling of skin, burns, and other skin damage.
Additional symptoms of skin contact may include: skin blistering,
hair loss, Passage of this material into the body through the skin
is possible, but it is unlikely that this would result in harmful
effects during safe handling and use.
Swallowing
Swallowing this material may be harmful or fatal. Symptoms may
include severe stomach and intestinal irritation (nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea), abdominal pain, and vomiting of blood.
Swallowing this material may cause burns and destroy tissue in the
mouth, throat, and digestive tract. Low blood pressure and shock
may occur as a result of severe tissue injury.
Inhalation
It is possible to breathe this material under certain conditions
of handling and use (for example, during heating, spraying, or
stirring). Breathing this material may be harmful or fatal.
Symptoms may include severe irritation and burns to the nose,
throat, and respiratory tract.
Symptoms of Exposure
Signs and symptoms of exposure to this material through breathing,
swallowing, and/or passage of the material through the skin may
include: stomach or intestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
cough, tight feeling in the chest, difficult breathing, lung edema
(fluid buildup in the lung tissue), lung damage, shock, coma, and
death.
Target Organ Effects
This material (or a component) has been shown to lower activity of
certain immune system cells in experimental animals. The
significance of this effect with respect to human health is
uncertain.
Developmental Information
There are no data available for assessing risk to the fetus from
maternal exposure to this material.
Cancer Information
Based on the available information, this material cannot be
classified with regard to carcinogenicity. This material is not
listed as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on
Cancer, the National Toxicology Program, or the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration.
Other Health Effects
When combined with an acid or ammonia, sodium hypochlorite may
produce chlorine or chloramine gas, respectively. Inhalation of
these gases results in coughing, choking, difficult breathing, and
other symptoms of respiratory tract irritation. Fluid may collect
in the lung tissue following a severe gas exposure.
Primary Route(s) of Entry
Inhalation, Skin contact, Eye contact.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes
If material gets into the eyes, immediately flush eyes gently with
water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart. If
symptoms develop as a result of vapor exposure, immediately move
individual away from exposure and into fresh air before flushing
as recommended above. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin
Immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Seek immediate medical
attention. Wash clothing before reuse and discard contaminated
shoes.
Swallowing
Seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting.
Vomiting will cause further damage to the mouth and throat. If
individual is conscious and alert, immediately rinse mouth with
water and give milk or water to drink. If possible, do not leave
individual unattended.
Inhalation
If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from
exposure and into fresh air. Seek immediate medical attention;
keep person warm and quiet. If person is not breathing, begin
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, administer
oxygen.
Note to Physicians
Preexisting disorders of the following organs (or organ systems)
may be aggravated by exposure to this material: skin, lung (for
example, asthma-like conditions), immune system.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point
Not applicable
Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature
No data
Hazardous Products of Combustion
May form: chlorine.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
No special fire hazards are known to be associated with this
product.
Extinguishing Media
Use an extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire..
Fire Fighting Instructions
Water may be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool until fire
is out. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full
facepiece operated in the positive pressure demand mode with
appropriate turn-out gear and chemical resistant personal
protective equipment. Refer to the personal protective equipment
section of this MSDS.
NFPA Rating
Not determined
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill
Dilute with water and absorb onto a noncombustible absorbent
material.
Large Spill
Prevent run-off to sewers, streams or other bodies of water. If
run-off occurs, notify proper authorities as required, that a
spill has occurred. Collect and add slowly to large volume of
water. Persons not wearing protective equipment should be
excluded from area of spill until clean-up is completed. Stop
spill at source. Dike to prevent spreading. Pump to salvage
tank.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since
emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or
solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be
observed. Emergency eyewash fountains and safety showers should
be available in the immediate vicinity of potential exposure.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection
Chemical splash goggles and face shield (8" min.) in compliance
with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also
permit other type safety glasses. (Consult your industrial
hygienist.)
Skin Protection
Wear impervious gloves (consult your safety equipment supplier).
To prevent skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots..
Respiratory Protections
If overexposure has been determined or documented, a NIOSH/MSHA
jointly approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of
proper environmental control. OSHA regulations also permit other
NIOSH/MSHA respirators under specified conditions. (See your
safety equipment supplier.) Engineering or administrative
controls should be implemented to reduce exposure.
Engineering Controls
Provide sufficient mechanical (general and/or local exhaust)
ventilation to maintain exposure below level of overexposure (from
known, suspected or apparent adverse effects).
Exposure Guidelines
Component
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WATER (7732-18-5)
No exposure limits established
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (7681-52-9)
No exposure limits established
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point
(for product) > 212.0 F (100.0 C) @ 760 mmHg
Vapor Pressure
(for component) 17.500 mmHg @ 68.00 F
Specific Vapor Density
No data
Specific Gravity
1.090 @ 68.00 F
Liquid Density
9.070 lbs/gal @ 68.00 F
1.090 kg/l @ 20.00 C
Percent Volatiles
95.0 %
Evaporation Rate
SLOWER THAN ETHYL ETHER
Appearance
No data
State
LIQUID
Physical Form
HOMOGENEOUS SOLUTION
Color
LIGHT YELLOW, CHLORINE ODOR
Odor
No data
pH
11.4
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Polymerization
Product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.
Hazardous Decomposition
May form: chlorine.
Chemical Stability
Stable.
Incompatibility
Avoid contact with: excessive heat, reducing agents, strong
mineral acids.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste Management Information
Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and
federal regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Information - 49 CFR 172.101
DOT Description:
NON-REGULATED BY D.O.T.
Container/Mode:
55 GAL DRUM/TRUCK PACKAGE
NOS Component:
None
RQ (Reportable Quantity) - 49 CFR 172.101
Product Quantity (lbs) Component
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1905 SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Status
TSCA (UNITED STATES) The intentional ingredients of this
product are listed.
CERCLA RQ - 40 CFR 302.4(a)
Component RQ (lbs)
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SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 100
CERCLA RQ - 40 CFR 302.4(b)
Materials without a "listed" RQ may be reportable as an
"unlisted hazardous substance". See 40 CFR 302.5 (b).
SARA 302 Components - 40 CFR 355 Appendix A
None
Section 311/312 Hazard Class - 40 CFR 370.2
Immediate(X) Delayed(X) Fire( ) Reactive( ) Sudden
Release of Pressure( )
SARA 313 Components - 40 CFR 372.65
None
International Regulations
Inventory Status
Not determined
State and Local Regulations
California Proposition 65
None
New Jersey RTK Label Information
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 7681-52-9
Pennsylvania RTK Label Information
HYPOCHLOROUS ACID, SODIUM SALT 7681-52-9
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but
is not warranted to be whether originating with the company or
not. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the
information is current, applicable, and suitable to their
circumstances.
Girl's Illness Traced to 'Toxic' School
Kellianne
King, 13, suffered headaches, sinus infections, chest pains and seizures that
were linked to germs and chemicals in her school. (ABC NEWS)
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Kellianne King was a healthy, vibrant little girl until she started
preschool. That's when she started to suffer from headaches, sinus
infections, chest pains and seizures, says her mother, Kathy King.
It was a heart-wrenching time for the family. "She would stand
on her bed and she would just scream, 'You have to -- you have to help
me. Someone has to help me.' And we couldn't do anything," King said.
And Kellianne, now 13, couldn't enjoy many of the pleasures of being a kid.
"I feel like I didn't get to do much," she said. "I mean, I can
ride a bike and read a book now but when I was little, I never got to
do that. I learned how to do those things much later. So it was hard."
No one, it seemed, could figure out what was making the little
girl so sick. "We took her to all the best doctors and they were just
perplexed by her," King said. "They really just couldn't pinpoint what
was wrong."
Mystery Illness Revealed
When Kellianne was in the first grade, her parents learned the
painful truth: There were serious air quality problems in her school
that had sickened dozens of students and teachers.
"I was shocked that the only place, the only place I trusted to leave her was what was making her sick," said King.
Dr. Phillip Landrigan chairs the Department of Community and
Preventative Medicine at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York. He
is one of many doctors alarmed by hidden toxins in schools.
"Today, too many chemicals are put into schools that have never
been tested for the possible impacts they have on young children,"
Landrigan said.
Simple leaks can breed deadly mold behind walls and trigger an
asthma attack; pesticides used to kill insects and weeds can damage a
child's developing nervous system, lowering IQ and affecting attention
span.
"Children live down on the floor," Landrigan said. "They crawl
on the rug. They're constantly putting their little fingers in their
mouths. And all of those actions increase the child's exposure."
Alarming School Experiment
Just how quickly kids get exposed to toxins in school became clear when
"Good Morning America" conducted an experiment in a classroom at P.S. 8
in New York.
First, we applied Glo-Germ, a non-toxic powder only visible
under ultra-violet light, in areas where pesticides are most likely to
be sprayed or to settle, like baseboards, windowsills and desktops.
Then we invited the kids to play. After only 20 minutes, we showed them
the stunning results.
Using UV light, we found traces of Glo-Germ all over their clothes, hands and faces.
"It was actually scary to see how germs can spread, toxins can spread all over the place," said teacher Olivia Ellis.
Kids spend nearly 90 percent of their time indoors. Yet there
are no specific federal requirements limiting the use of toxins, such
as pesticides, in schools, which is why it often takes teamwork to get
a school to clean up its act and its air.
Patricia Berkey is the principal of Hastings Elementary School
in Massachusetts, where Kellianne attended school and was exposed to
toxins. "I think families need to feel comfortable when they send their
children off to school that they're sending their children to a safe
and healthy environment, " Berkey said.
That school took action and, nine years later, Hastings is an award-winning example of a healthy environment school.
A health and safety team regularly inspects the entire school
looking for leaks, dirty ventilation filters and makes certain that
only non-toxic cleaners are being used in the classrooms.
"It's a really good feeling to know that if you take a little
time out locally in your schools that the impact can be really
far-reaching, " said King.
How far-reaching? Thanks to King and other parents' efforts,
every school in her district has similar toxin-fighting teams,
protecting the health of some 3,500 students -- including Kellianne.
"I feel very proud to have a mom that would do that for her kid instead
of just giving up and saying, 'Oh well, I can live with them being like
this forever,'" Kellianne said. "Just fighting. Also, not just for me
but for other kids."
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I need information to give to my son's school. Now that he is in 6th grade
he has to take a turn with clean up duty after lunch (He is attending a small
private school). I was not aware of this. He had to use bleach water to clean
the tables/chairs/ counter tops and during the rinsing of dishes along with
Dawn with bleach for the dish washing. No gloves were provided. After this he
became sick and we were at the Dr.'s office. She did provide a note stating that
Ben be provided with safe, bleach free, natural products to use for this. I want
to have some good "to the point" info that is not too long (so they WILL read
it) Of course I would like to enroll them (I have talked with one of the
teachers, no full presentation yet), but my main concern is that my son not be
exposed to this harmful products. I have info on bleach etc., but it is
very long.
Thank you for any info you might have.
~ Holly
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