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Safety Data Sheet · OSHA HCS 2024

Sodium Hypochlorite 8.25%

Technical · 8.25%

Standard
OSHA HCS 2024 · GHS Rev. 7
Reviewed
Emergency
Chemtel 1-800-255-3924 (24/7)
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Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).
CAS number
7681-52-9
UN number
UN1791
Hazard class · packing group
8 · PG III
Structure
2D chemical structure of Sodium Hypochlorite 8.25%
Structure · PubChem
Grade
Technical · 8.25%
Signal word
Danger
Hazards
CorrosiveEnvironmental hazardEUH031 H290 H314 H400 H411
Proper shipping name
Hypochlorite solutions
Answer summary

Sodium Hypochlorite 8.25% is regulated for transport under DOT 49 CFR — see the shipping classification below.

Section 1

Identification

Product Identifier
Sodium Hypochlorite 8.25%
Grade
Technical
Concentration
8.25%
CAS Number
7681-52-9
Molecular Weight
74.44 g/mol
Manufacturer
Alliance Chemical
204 South Edmond Street, Taylor, TX 76574
Emergency Phone
Chemtel 1-800-255-3924 (24/7)
Recommended Use
Industrial / laboratory chemical. See Section 7.
Restrictions on Use
No restrictions identified beyond the conditions of safe use in Sections 7 and 8.
Section 2

Hazard Identification

GHS pictogram: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS pictogram: Environmental hazard
Environmental hazard
Classification
  • Corrosive to metals, Category 1
  • Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1
  • Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard, Category 1 †
  • Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard, Category 2 †

† GHS environmental hazard class; not adopted under OSHA HCS (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
  • EUH031Contact with acids liberates toxic gas
  • H290May be corrosive to metals
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
  • P234Keep only in original packaging.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors or spray.
  • P264Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
  • P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P390Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P406Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.

Classification, hazard (H) and precautionary (P) statements and pictograms per OSHA HCS 2024 (29 CFR 1910.1200, Appendices A–C), aligned with GHS Rev. 7.

Section 3

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Composition and information on ingredients
ComponentCAS No.FormulaConcentration
Sodium Hypochlorite 8.25%7681-52-9—8.25% (w/w)

Concentrations are nominal; lot-specific values appear on the Certificate of Analysis. Components not contributing to classification are omitted.

Section 4

First-Aid Measures

Eyes
Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention immediately.
Skin
Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Wash with soap. Get medical attention immediately.
Inhalation
Move person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion
Do Not Induce Vomiting! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention immediately.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects
  • Causes burns to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes; eye contact may cause permanent damage including blindness; ingestion burns the mouth, throat and stomach.
Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment
  • Immediate medical attention is required after eye or skin contact or ingestion; tissue damage may continue after exposure ends.
Section 5

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, CO2, water spray. Use water spray to cool containers.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Fire may release corrosive and toxic gases. Containers may rupture when heated.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Chlorine gas, hydrogen chloride, hypochlorous acid and oxygen. Contact with acids releases chlorine gas.
Section 6

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions
Use PPE as described in Section 8. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Hazard-Specific Precautions
Do not touch spilled material without protective equipment. Neutralize residue only with a method suitable for the material, then collect.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent leakage or spillage from entering drains, sewers, or waterways.
Containment & Cleanup
Absorb with inert material. Collect in appropriate waste container. Dispose per applicable regulations.
Section 7

Handling and Storage

Safe Handling
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed when not in use.
Safe Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Use corrosion-resistant containers. Keep away from incompatible materials (see Section 10). Keep containers tightly closed.
Specific Storage Precautions
Store out of direct sunlight in a cool area, in the original vented container. Keep away from acids, ammonia and organic materials. Strength declines with time and heat.
Section 8

Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits

No established occupational exposure limits.

Engineering Controls
Use adequate ventilation. Provide eyewash stations and quick-drench showers accessible to areas of use.
Eye/Face Protection
Wear chemical safety goggles or face shield.
Skin Protection
Wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection
Where mist, spray or dust is generated (e.g., spraying, atomization, pressure washing), use a NIOSH-approved half-face air-purifying respirator with combination acid gas / P100 cartridges. Ensure local exhaust ventilation.
Section 9

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear, greenish-yellow liquid
Odor
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
pH
No data available
Melting Point / Freezing Point
No data available
Boiling Point
No data available
Flash Point
No data available
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Solubility
No data available
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
No data available
Auto-ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Viscosity
No data available
Particle Characteristics
Not applicable
Color
Clear/Greenish Yellow

Values shown reflect product-specific canonical data. Lot-specific ranges may vary; see the Certificate of Analysis for the shipped lot.

Section 10

Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity
May be corrosive to metals.
Chemical Stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing conditions.
Conditions to Avoid
Heat, direct sunlight and ultraviolet light (speed decomposition and strength loss), freezing, and contact with incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials
Acids (release toxic chlorine gas); ammonia and ammonium compounds (form chloramines); reducing agents; hydrogen peroxide; organic and combustible materials; metals such as copper, nickel, cobalt and iron (speed decomposition).
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Chlorine gas, hydrogen chloride, hypochlorous acid and oxygen. Contact with acids releases chlorine gas.
Section 11

Toxicological Information

See Section 2 for GHS hazard classification.

Likely Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Symptoms
  • Causes burns to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes; eye contact may cause permanent damage including blindness; ingestion burns the mouth, throat and stomach.
Delayed and Chronic Effects
  • No delayed or chronic effects identified beyond the classification in Section 2.
Numerical Measures of Toxicity
No data available

Carcinogen Classification

Carcinogen classification
AgencyStatus
IARCGroup 3 — not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Sodium hypochlorite; IARC agent: Hypochlorite salts, Vol. 52).
NTPNot listed as carcinogen.
OSHANot listed as carcinogen.
Section 12

Ecological Information

Aquatic Hazard
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Ecotoxicity
Algae ErC50: 0.036 mg/L (72 h, Green algae); Daphnia EC50: 0.141 mg/L (48 h, Daphnia magna); Fish LC50: 0.58 mg/L (96 h, Lepomis macrochirus (bluegill sunfish)); Algae NOEC (chronic): 0.005 mg/L (72 h, Green algae (NOEC))
Persistence & Degradability
Not applicable (inorganic; reactive oxidizer, decomposes rapidly). Very toxic to aquatic life (algae M-factor 10).
Bioaccumulative Potential
Not Available
Mobility in Soil
Not Available
Section 13

Disposal Considerations

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Do not dispose of into drains or waterways.

If discarded, this material may be a corrosive hazardous waste (EPA RCRA D002, 40 CFR 261.22): aqueous with pH ≤ 2 or ≥ 12.5, or a liquid that corrodes steel at more than 6.35 mm per year. The waste generator must make the final hazardous-waste determination.

Section 14

Transport Information

US DOT (49 CFR)

UN Number
UN1791
Proper Shipping Name
Hypochlorite solutions
Hazard Class
8
Packing Group
III
Environmental Hazards
Meets GHS aquatic-hazard criteria; may be a marine pollutant under the IMDG Code (vessel transport).

IMDG / IATA classifications may differ from US DOT. Verify current regulations before international shipment.

Section 15

Regulatory Information

Regulatory inventory listings
Inventory / ListStatus
California Proposition 65Not listed
US EPA TSCA Active InventoryListed
EPCRA SARA 313 (TRI)Not listed

SARA 311/312 hazard categories correspond to the GHS classification in Section 2. Data retrieved as of: California Proposition 65 2026-10-02; US EPA TSCA Active Inventory 2026-10-02; EPCRA SARA 313 (TRI) 2026-10-02.

Section 16

Other Information

Revision Date
Format
16-section format per OSHA HCS 2024 (29 CFR 1910.1200, Appendix D), aligned with GHS Rev. 7.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of publication. It relates only to the specific product identified and does not relate to its use in combination with other materials. ALLIANCE CHEMICAL MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ALLIANCE CHEMICAL DOES NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR LOSS, INJURY, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE ARISING FROM THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE, OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT.

Alliance Chemical, 204 South Edmond Street, Taylor, TX 76574. Published by Alliance Chemical from first-party canonical product data. Our authority is hands-on chemical handling, DOT/GHS-compliant shipping, and government-registered distribution — not bench chemistry. This Safety Data Sheet is prepared from the regulatory data on file for this product.