MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Global Water Treatment Chemicals
PO Box 2380
Weatherford, TX 76086
For Emergency Assistance Contact Chemtrec 800-424-9300
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Pro Chlor Tabs
PRODUCT ID: 47002, 47005, 47010, 47025, 47050, 47100, 33100, 33050
SYNONYMS: Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets, Cal Hypo Tabs
ISSUE DATE: 05/10/2010 Revised 02/20/2014
EDITION NO.: 4
PREPARER: Product Safety, Chemicals
MAXIMUM USE FOR POTABLE WATER: 15mg/L
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Material/CAS Number Percent
Calcium Hypochlorite 65
778-54-3
Sodium Chloride 12
7647-14-5
Calcium Chloride 7.7
10043-52-4
Calcium Carbonate 3.5
471-34-1
Calcium Chlorate 2.9
10137-74-3
Calcium Hydroxide 1.9
1305-62-0
Water 7
7732-18-5
Total 100%
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
DANGER! Corrosive-Causes severe and irreversible burns to eyes and skin. Harmful if inhaled. May cause irritation and
inflammation to the respiratory tract. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Strong Oxidizing Agent! Mix only with water. Never add
water to product. Always add the product to large quantities of water. Do not mix with any other chemicals. Contamination
with moisture, acids, organic materials and other easily combustible materials such as petroleum, paint products, wood or
paper ma cause fire or explosion and the liberation of hazardous gasses. Do not add this product to any dispensing
devise containing any remnants of any other product. Such use may cause violent reaction leading to fire or explosion.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Precautions: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Irritating to nose and throat. Do not
swallow. Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area. Wash hands after handling. Remove and wash contaminated clothing
before reuse. Keep out of reach of children.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: Remove from area to fresh air. If symptomatic, contact a poison control center, emergency room or
physician for treatment information.
EYE/SKIN CONTACT: EYE: Remove contact lenses and pour a gentle stream of warm water through the affected eye for
at least fifteen minutes. Contact a poison control center, emergency room or physician right away as further treatment
may be necessary. SKIN: Run a gentle stream of water over the affected area for 15 minutes. A mild soap may be used if
available. Contact a poison control center, emergency room or physician right away as further treatment will be
necessary.INGESTION: Gently wipe or rinse the inside of the mouth with water. Sips of water may be given if person is
fully conscious. Never give anything by mouth to n unconscious or convulsing person. Do not induce vomiting. Contact a
poison control center, emergency room or physician right away as further treatment will be necessary.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Not Applicable.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Drench with large quantities of water only. Do not use dry chemicals or foam. Product supplies
its own oxygen, therefore attempts to smother fire with a wet blanket, carbon dioxide, dry chemical extinguisher or other
means are not effective.
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Product decomposes at approximately 338-356 degrees F (170-180 C)
releasing oxygen gas. Container may rupture. Fire-fighters must wear NIOSH approved, pressure demand, self contained
breathing apparatus with full face piece for possible exposure to hazardous gases. Emits toxic fumes under fire
conditions.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES




