Bleaching powder – inorganic compound with formula Ca(ClO)2.
| Specification | |
| Categories | Essential chemicals, Routine reagents |
| Appearance (Form) | Powder |
| Appearance (Colour) | White to slightly yellowish white |
| HSN Code | 28289011 |
| CAS | 7778-54-3 |
| Available Cl | Min. 30.0% |
| Melting point | 100 °C(lit.) |
Safety Information
- Symbol GHS03GHS05GHS07GHS09 GHS03, GHS05, GHS07, GHS09
- Signal word Danger
- Hazard statements H272-H302-H314-H400
- Precautionary statements P220-P273-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
- Supplemental Hazard Statements Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
- Personal Protective Equipment dust mask type N95 (US), Eye shields, Face shields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
- Hazard Codes O,C,N
- Risk Statements 8-22-31-34-50
- Safety Statements 26-36/37/39-45-61
- RIDADR UN 1748 5.1/PG 2
- WGK Germany 3
- RTECS NH3485000