PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

Hazards to Humans & Domestic Animals

Danger.  Corrosive.  Causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns.  May be fatal if swallowed.  Irritating to nose and throat.  Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing.  Wear protective eyewear (goggles or safety glasses).  Wear protective clothing and rubber gloves when handling this product.  Avoid breathing dust and fumes. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.  Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse to avoid fire.

 Environmental Hazards

This product is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms.  Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in accordance with the requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination system (NPDES) permit and the permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to the discharge.  Do not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously notifying the local sewage treatment plant authority.  For guidance contact your State Water board or Regional Office of the EPA.

Chemical Hazards

Danger:  Strong oxidizing agent.  Mix only into water.  Contamination may start a chemical reaction with generation of heat, liberation of hazardous gases (chlorine dioxide, a poisonous, explosive gas), and possible fire and explosion. Do not contaminate with moisture, garbage, dirt, organic matter, household products, chemicals, soap products, paint products, solvents, acids, vinegar, beverages, oils, pine oil, dirty rags, or any other foreign matter.  Do not use moist or damp utensils.

Some examples of industrial applications of chlorine dioxide include:

§         Potable water disinfection and removal of sulfide.

§         Control of bacterial slime and algae and mollusks in industrial recirculating and one-pass cooling systems.

§         Biocontrol in food processing flumes, water using equipment, cooling water and recycled waters.

§         Disinfection of sewage and plant wastes.

§         Destruction of phenolics, simple cyanides, sulfides by chemical oxidation.

§         Bacterial slime control in white water paper mill systems.

§         Bacterial control in oil well and petroleum systems.

Potable Water Treatment

Chlorine dioxide (CLO2) is used as both an oxidant and a disinfectant in drinking water treatment.  The required dosages will vary with source water conditions and the degree of contamination present.  For most municipal and public potable water systems, a chlorine dioxide residual concentration of up to 2 ppm is sufficient to provide adequate disinfection.  Residual disinfectant and disinfection byproducts must be monitored as required by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141) and state drinking water standards.

Chlorine dioxide generated from sodium chlorite is effective for use in controlling microbiological growth and is used in food processing water systems.  Water containing up to 3 ppm residual CLO2 may be used for washing fruits and vegetables, seafood, meat and poultry.


Storage and Disposal

Storage:  Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.  Keep product in tightly closed container when not in use.  Don’t drop, roll or skid container.  Keep upright.  Always replace cover.  Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat or open flame.

Emergency Handling:  In case of contamination or decomposition, do not reseal container.  If possible, isolate container in open and well-ventilated area.  Flood with large volumes of water.  If fire occurs, extinguish fire by applying large quantities of water.

Container Disposal:  Triple rinse container and dispose of.

Pure Water is not responsible for the misuse or mishandling of this product.   User is responsible for compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws regarding proper use and disposal of the chlorine dioxide generated.

 

 

 

 

 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

DANGER

FIRST AID

If in eyes:

Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.

 

Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing the eye.

 

Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.

If on skin or

Clothing:

Brush off excess chemical.

 

Take off contaminated clothing.

 

Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.

 

Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.

 

Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor.

 

Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

If swallowed:

Have person drink a glass of water immediately if able to swallow.

 

Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.

 

Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor.

 

Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

If inhaled:

Move person to fresh air and monitor for respiratory distress.

 

If cough or difficulty in breathing develops, consult a physician immediately.

 

If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration.

 

Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.

For emergency information call:  800-733-3665 (24 hours)

Have the product or container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going to treatment.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.

 

 

                                                                        ACTIVE INGREDIENT:                                                                                               Oxidizer

                                                                        Sodium Chlorite*…………………80%                                                                         Hazard Class:  5.1

                                                                        OTHER INGREDIENTS………..20%                                                                         UN/NA:  UN 1496

                                                                      *AVAILABLE CHLORINE…...125%                                                                            Packing Group II