Sodium hypochlorite

Sodium Hypochlorite

Sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) is a chemical compound frequently used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. It is a clear, slightly yellowish liquid with a characteristic odor.

Product Specifications:

Field	Details
Origin	[Insert Origin Here]
Province	[Insert Province Here]
Type	Disinfectant, Bleaching Agent
Alias	Bleach
Molecular Formula	NaClO
CAS Number	7681-52-9
EINECS Number	231-668-3
Purity	[Insert Purity Here]%
Brand	[Insert Brand Here]
Model/Grade	[Insert Model/Grade Here]
Appearance	Clear, slightly yellowish liquid
Molecular Weight	74.44 g/mol
Density	[Insert Density Here] g/cm³
Melting Point	[Insert Melting Point Here] °C
Boiling Point	[Insert Boiling Point Here] °C
Flash Point	Non-flammable
Solubility	Soluble in water
Water Solubility	High
pH Value	[Insert pH Value Here] (typically alkaline)
Packaging	[Insert Packaging Here]
Preparation	Produced by passing chlorine gas through a sodium hydroxide solution.

Packing:

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Applications:

Sodium hypochlorite is widely used for its disinfecting and bleaching properties:

• Disinfection: Used for disinfecting water, swimming pools, and surfaces to kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
• Bleaching: Used as a bleaching agent in the textile, paper, and laundry industries.
• Wastewater Treatment: Used for disinfection and odor control in wastewater treatment plants.
• Household Cleaning: A common ingredient in household cleaning products for disinfecting and removing stains.
• Medical Applications: Used in some medical applications for wound cleaning and disinfection.

Hazard Identification:

Sodium hypochlorite is classified as a corrosive and oxidizing chemical. The main hazards associated with its use include:

• GHS Hazard Pictograms:
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• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • EUH031: Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

Precautionary Statements:

To handle sodium hypochlorite safely, the following precautions are recommended:

• Prevention:
  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
• Response:
  • P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
• Storage:
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P406: Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
• Disposal:
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

REACH CERTIFICATE

Field	Details
Substance Name	Sodium Hypochlorite
EC/List Number	231-668-3
CAS Number	7681-52-9
Registration Number	[Insert Registration Number Here]
Registration Date	[Insert Registration Date Here]
Tonnage Band	[Insert Tonnage Band Here]
Registration Type	Full Registration
EC/List Name	Sodium Hypochlorite
Current Only Representative	[Insert Representative Details Here]
Company UID	[Insert Company UID Here]