Hypo-Chlorite Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Hypo-Chlorite (ClO⁻). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Hypo-Chlorite

Being unstable in the pure form, hypochlorite is most commonly used for bleaching, disinfectation, and water treatment purposes in its salt form, sodium hypochlorite. Hypochlorite is often used as a chemical reagent for chlorination and oxidation reactions.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
See SDS
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
See SDS
Storage temperature
around or below 60°F (15°C)
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE and METALS (such as COPPER, NICKEL, COBALT and IRON), and should not be handled in equipment or piping containing STAINLESS STEEL, ALUMINUM, CARBON STEEL or OTHER COMMON METALS.

Skin corrosion (Category 1B), H314 Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H400 Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 2), H411

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Hypo-Chlorite

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Hypo-Chlorite (ClO⁻). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Follow laboratory fire-fighting procedures.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Hypo-Chlorite should account for its listed hazards, climate control needs (around or below 60°F (15°C)), and segregation requirements. HYDROGEN PEROXIDE and METALS (such as COPPER, NICKEL, COBALT and IRON), and should not be handled in equipment or piping containing STAINLESS STEEL, ALUMINUM, CARBON STEEL or OTHER COMMON METALS.

Review Segregated storage for incompatible chemicals and Organic peroxide storage building when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting point/freezing point -28.9 °C (-20.0 °F) f) Initial boiling point and boiling range 111 °C 232 °

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Hypo-Chlorite

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Hypo-Chlorite be stored?

Store Hypo-Chlorite in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification). Climate range guidance: around or below 60°F (15°C). Compatibility notes: HYDROGEN PEROXIDE and METALS (such as COPPER, NICKEL, COBALT and IRON), and should not be handled in equipment or piping containing STAINLESS STEEL, ALUMINUM, CARBON STEEL or OTHER COMMON METALS. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Hypo-Chlorite flammable?

Hypo-Chlorite is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Hypo-Chlorite?

Hypo-Chlorite is listed as: Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification. Skin corrosion (Category 1B), H314 Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 1), H400 Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard (Category 2), H411

What fire suppression is recommended for Hypo-Chlorite?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Hypo-Chlorite (ClO⁻). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Hypo-Chlorite storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Hypo-Chlorite. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.