Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA®
- Product Code
- 1.05614
- Chemical Name
- Sodium hypochlorite
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
- UFI Code
- WPV0-16JC-U99P-VM1X
Identified Uses
Reagent for analysis
Uses advised against
This product is not intended for consumer use.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science BV/SRL
manufacturer
Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE
+32 (0)3 899-1301
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS09
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| sodium hypochlorite solution EC: 231-668-3 | 7681-52-9 | 10 - 20% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Call in physician or ophthalmologist immediately.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Hydrogen chloride gas, Sodium oxides. Not combustible. Fire may cause evolution of: Hydrogen chloride gas. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up with liquid-absorbent and neutralising material. Clean up affected area.
Materials: liquid-absorbent and neutralising material (e.g. Chemizorb® OH⁻, Merck Art. No. 101596)
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
For precautions see section 2.2.
Protected from light. Tightly closed.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type ABEK. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
Risk of explosion with: Acids, hydrochloric acid, nitrous gases, Chlorine, Nitric acid, Cyanides, Oxidizing agents, Reducing agents, oxalic acid, Organic Substances, Methanol, urea, Acetic anhydride, Ammonia, Amines, formic acid. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: arsenic.
heat-sensitive Sensitivity to light
Metals
Generates dangerous gases or fumes in contact with: Acids, The generally known reaction partners of water.
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1791
- Shipping Name
- HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA®?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA®?
Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA® is a liquid with light green color. It has of chlorine odor.
What is Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA® used for?
Reagent for analysis
What are the hazard statements for Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA®?
This substance has 3 hazard statements:
- H290: May be corrosive to metals.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Sodium hypochlorite solution (6-14% active chlorine) EMPLURA®?
The melting point is -20 °C and the boiling point is 102 °C at 1.013 hPa.