SDS – SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Identification
Product identifier: OXCIDE®
Synonyms: Hypochlorous Acid Solution
Chemical Formula: HOCl
Recommended and Restriction Use of the Chemical:
OXCIDE® is an ANSI/NSF 60 certified water treatment chemical. It has numerous uses as
deposition and scale control in greenhouse and nursery, food process, poultry, dairy and hospitality
industry.
Supplier : Chem Fresh, Inc.
411 West Avenue, Merced, CA 95340
Phone: (818) 585 – 3960
Emergency Phone Number: 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC 24-Hr Emergency within USA and Canada)
2. Hazard(s) Identification
Hazard Classification of the Chemical: Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic, Non-Corrosive
Signal Word: N/A
Hazard Statement(s):
- Contact of eye tissues with the liquid may cause slight irritation.
- Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause shortness of breath, irritation of mucous
membranes.
- Ingestion of this material is expected to cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Pictogram: N/A
Precautionary Statements:
P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
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P304 + P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Description of Any Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: Not applicable
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name: Hypochlorous Acid Solution
Common name and synonyms: OXCIDE®
CAS Number: 7790-92-3
Molecular Weight: 52.46 g/mol
Component CAS Number Percentage Hazardous
Hypochlorous Acid 7790-92-3 0.02-0.08% No
Water 7732-18-5 99.92-99.98% No
4. First-Aid Measures
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give Oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact but cleansing the skin after use is
advisable.
Eye Contact:
Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get
medical attention.
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Fire: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion: Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water, Carbon Dioxide, or other dry chemical firing fighting agents.
Special Information: N/A
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures:
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/
Personal Protection) of this SDS.
Environmental Precautions, Methods, and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up:
Remove to drain and flush spill area with copious amount of water.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for Safe Handling and Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any
Incompatibilities:
Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Keep in a properly
labelled and tightly closed container. Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area. Keep separated
and do not contaminate product with incompatible substances (see Section 10). Avoid extensive
inhalation of product vapors during handling.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits: N/A
Ventilation System: Use in adequate ventilation areas.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Eye Protection: Wear chemical safety googles where splashing of solution is possible.
Respiratory Protection: Not required.
Skin and Body Protection: Not required.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear liquid
Upper / Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits: N/A
Odor: Slight Chlorine
Vapor Pressure: Same as water
Odor Threshold: No data available
Vapor Density: No data available
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Relative Density: 8.5 lb/gal
Melting Point: No data available
Freezing Point: 32oF
Solubility: Miscible
Boiling Point / Boiling Range: 212oF
Flash Point: > 212oF
Evaporation Rate: No data available
Flammability: Non-flammable
Partition Coefficient: n-octanol / water: No data available
Auto-ignition Temperature: No data available
Decomposition Temperature: > 212oF
Viscosity: No data available
Specific Gravity: No data available
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: OXCIDE® is not reactive under normal pressure and temperature.
Chemical Stability: OXCIDE® is relatively stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions and Conditions to Avoid:
Avoid heat, freezing temperature, sunlight, ultraviolet, and contamination with foreign and/or
incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials:
Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, and organic materials.
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Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hazardous decomposition of the product should not occur under normal use and storage condition.
Hazardous decomposition products include oxides of Carbon, Nitrogen, and Sulfur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: inhalation, dermal, and eye.
Potential Health Effects: Contact of eye tissues with the liquid may cause slight irritation. Inhalation of
high vapor concentrations may cause shortness of breath, irritation of mucous membranes. Ingestion of
this material is expected to cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Carcinogenicity Information: None of the components present in this material are listed by IARC,
NTP, OSHA as a carcinogen.
Acute Toxicity: No data available
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: No data available.
Persistence and Degradability: No data available.
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data available.
Mobility in Soil: No data available.
Other Adverse Effects: No data available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal of the waste must be in accordance with all applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations. Do not put product, spilled product, or filled or partially filled containers into the trash or
waste compactor. Contact with incompatible materials could cause a reaction. Waste materials
should be reviewed to determine the applicable hazards.
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14. Transport Information
DOT:
UN Proper Shipping Name: N/A
UN Number: N/A
Hazard Class/ Division: N/A
15. Regulatory Information
T.S.C.A Status: Listed.
16. Other Information
Prepared by: Chem Fresh, Inc.
Revision Date: June 10, 2015
Replaces Revision: August 25, 2011
HMIS: (Scale 0-4)
Health Rating: 0 Flammability Rating: 0 Reactivity Rating: 0
NFPA – Hazard Identification Ratings: (Scale 0-4)
Health Rating: 0 Flammability Rating: 0 Reactivity Rating: 0
The information listed above is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is
accurate to the best knowledge of Chem Fresh, Inc. The data on this sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein. Chem Fresh, Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or
reliance upon this data.
OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires that information regarding hazards of the chemicals
be provided to employees by means of a hazard communication program, including but not limited
to chemical labeling, safety data sheets, training, and access to written records. It is your legal duty
to make all information in this Safety Data Sheet available to your employees.
End of Safety Data Sheet
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