Storage & HandlingCAS 7681-52-9
How to Store Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach) Safely
Sodium hypochlorite is classified Danger under GHS, with hazards including Causes skin irritation (H315), Causes serious eye damage (H318), and Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H410).
Signal word — DANGER
GHS Hazard Summary
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H315 | Causes skin irritation |
| H318 | Causes serious eye damage |
| H410 | Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
Hazard ratings
Ratings as reported in the referenced SDS (scale 0–4). These are SDS-author assignments, not independently calculated values.
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302 IF ON SKIN
- P305 IF IN EYES
- P332 If skin irritation occurs
- P362 Take off contaminated clothing
- P391 Collect spillage
- P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations
SDS safety rules
Incompatibilities
- Incompatible with acids.Involves: Acids
Storage requirements
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Rules extracted from the referenced SDS.
Verified source
- Source
- Official SDS (canonicalized)
- Supplier
- Sigma-Aldrich
- SDS revised
- 2017-11-06
- Last verified
- 2026-07-15
This information is provided for reference purposes only. For critical safety decisions, always consult the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and your local regulatory authority. MSDS Chain makes no warranty as to completeness or fitness for a particular purpose.