Product BLEACH, SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE CERTIFIED TO ANSI/NSF STANDARD 60

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1 Page 1 of 5 MSDS Document Product TO ANSI/NSF STANDARD Chemical Product and Company Identification Trade Name of this Product TO ANSI/NSF STANDARD 60 Manufacturer Haviland Products Company 421 Ann Street N.W. Grand Rapids, MI Phone Number (616) Emergency Phone CHEMTREC (800) CHEMTREC International (703) Revision Date 2/23/2006 Health: Fire: Reactivity: Specific Composition and Information on Ingredients Ingredient CAS Number Weight % ACGIH TLV PEL STEL Sodium hypochlorite Not Established Not Established 3. Hazard Identification Emergency Overview Causes eye burns and skin irritation. May cause lung irritation and allergic respiratory reaction. Health Effects Overexposure to the product may include redness of exposed tissues; irritation effects increase with strength of solution and time of exposure; constant eye and throat irritation. Carcinogenicity None of the components present in this material are listed by IARC or NTP as a carcinogen.

2 Page 2 of 5 Reproductive Effects None known Routes of Entry Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin or Eye Contact 4. First Aid Information Eye Contact Flush immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, get medical attention. Skin Contact Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. See a physician if irritation occurs. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Inhalation Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. 5. Fire Fighting Measures Flash Point N/A Extinguishing Media Use media suitable for the surrounding fires. Special Fire Fighting Procedures Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Unusual Fire Hazard Bleach decomposes when heated; decomposition products may cause containers to rupture or explode. Vigorous reaction possible with organic materials or oxidizing agents may result in a fire. 6. Accidental Release Measures Spill and Leak Procedures Use proper personal protective equipment. Contain spill. Flush with water to waste treatment system. Neutralize with reducing agents such as bisulfites or ferrous salt solutions. 7. Handling and Storage Handling Procedures Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wear eye protection and protective clothing.

3 Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Storage Procedures Store in a cool, dry ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat to avoid deterioration. Protect against physical damage. Keep separate from acids and organics. Page 3 of 5 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection Engineering Controls Use in well ventilated areas. Eye Protection Chemical safety goggles Protective Gloves Rubber or other impervious materials. Respiratory Protection Wear NIOSH approved respiratory protection as appropriate. Other Protective Equipment For operations where spills or splashing may occur, use an impervious body covering and boots. A safety shower and eye bath should be available. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical State Liquid Specific Gravity 1.2 Color/Appearance Light yellow-green liquid Odor Pungent chlorine-like odor ph Not Established Boiling/Cond. Point 230 F (110 C) Melting/Freezing Point -20 to -30 F Solubility Complete Vapor Density No information available Vapor Pressure 20 C 10. Stability and Reactivity Chemical Stability Stable Conditions to Avoid Heat, light exposure, heavy metal contamination. Incompatible Materials Heavy metals, reducing agents, organics, ethers, ammonia, urea, and acids. Hazardous Decomposition Products Hypochlorous acid, chlorine, hydrochloric acid, sodium chloride, sodium chlorate, and

4 Page 4 of 5 oxygen. Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. 11. Toxicological Information No information available. 12. Ecological Information No information available. 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Dispose of waste in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations. 14. Transportation Information DOT Shipping Name Hypochlorite solution Hazard Class 8, Corrosive UN Number UN1791 Packing Group PG III 15. Regulatory Information TSCA All ingredients of this material are listed on the TSCA inventory. WHMIS Hazardous Component(s) subject to WHMIS Ingredient Disclosure. 16. Other Information Maximum use level 84 mg / L Disclaimer Nothing contained herein grants or extends a license, express or implied, in connection with

5 patents, issued or pending, of the manufacturer or others. The manufacturer makes no warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained herein. The manufacturer shall not be held liable (regardless of fault) to the vendee's employees, or anyone for any direct, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the accuracy, completeness, adequacy or furnishing of such information. This information is based upon technical information believed to be reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and experience is gained. Page 5 of 5