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Pac Chlor 125

Pac-Chlor 12.5% is a sodium hypochlorite solution used for post-harvest sanitization of fruits and vegetables, effective in preventing decay. It is toxic to aquatic life and must be handled with care, following specific first aid and disposal instructions. The product requires careful monitoring of chlorine levels during use and has specific application rates for various agricultural commodities.

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Pac Chlor 125

Pac-Chlor 12.5% is a sodium hypochlorite solution used for post-harvest sanitization of fruits and vegetables, effective in preventing decay. It is toxic to aquatic life and must be handled with care, following specific first aid and disposal instructions. The product requires careful monitoring of chlorine levels during use and has specific application rates for various agricultural commodities.

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Pac-Chlor 12.

5%
P O S T - H A R V E S T
For post-harvest sanitization of organisms causing
decay of fruits and vegetables KOSHER

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS


Sodium Hypochlorite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.5% This product is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. Do not discharge
OTHER INGREDIENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87.5% effluent containing this product into lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries,
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.0% oceans or other waters unless in accordance with the requirements of
1.2 lbs available chlorine/gallon a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and
EPA Reg. No. 64864-55 EPA Est. No. 64864-WA-1 the permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do
not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer system without
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN previously notifying the local sewage treatment plant authority. For guid-

DANGER ance, contact your State Water Board or Regional Office of the EPA.

FIRST AID PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS


Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control Strong oxidizing agent. Mix only with water according to label direc-
center or doctor, or going for treatment. tions. Mixing this product with chemicals (e.g. ammonia, acids, deter-
gents, etc.) or organic matter (e.g. urine, feces, etc.) will release chlorine
If in eyes • Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for gas which is irritating to eyes, lungs and mucous membranes.
15 – 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after
the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment ad- IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW TO USE THIS PRODUCT IN A
vice. MANNER INCONSISTENT WITH ITS LABELING.
If on skin or • Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately
clothing with plenty of water for 15 – 20 minutes. SANITIZATION OF NONPOROUS FOOD CONTACT SURFACES
• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment ad- RINSE METHOD: A solution of 100 ppm available chlorine may be used
vice. in the sanitizing solution if a chlorine test kit is available. Solutions con-
taining an initial concentration of 100 ppm available chlorine must be
If • Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for tested and adjusted periodically to insure that the available chlorine does
swallowed treatment advice. not drop below 50 ppm. Prepare a 100 ppm sanitizing solution by thor-
• Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do oughly mixing 1 oz of this product with 10 gallons of water. If no test kit is
not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison con- available, prepare a sanitizing solution by thoroughly mixing 2 oz of this
trol center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an product with 10 gallons of water to provide approximately 200 ppm avail-
unconscious person. able chlorine by weight.
If inhaled • Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call
911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, pref- Clean equipment surfaces in the normal manner. Prior to use, rinse all
erably mouth-to-mouth if possible. surfaces thoroughly with the sanitizing solution, maintaining contact with
• Call a poison control center or doctor for further treat- the sanitizer for at least 2 minutes. If solution contains less than 50 ppm
ment advice. available chlorine, as determined by a suitable test kit, either discard the
solution or add sufficient product to reestablish a 200 ppm residual. Do
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN
not rinse equipment with water after treatment and do not soak equip-
Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.
ment overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS Sanitizers used in automated systems may be used for general cleaning,
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS but may not be re-used for sanitizing purposes.
DANGER. Corrosive. May cause severe irritation or chemical burns to
broken skin. Causes eye damage. Wear goggles or face shield and rub- AGRICULTURAL USES – FRUIT & VEGETABLE SANITIZATION
ber gloves when handling this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. APPLICATION: For recommended concentration of available chlo-
Remove and wash contaminated clothing promptly. Avoid breathing va- rine for various agricultural commodities to be treated, see table be-
pors and mist. Use with adequate ventilation. Vacate poorly ventilated low. To obtain a 100 ppm solution of chlorine, add one ounce of Pac-
areas as soon as possible. Do not return until odors have dissipated. Chlor 12.5% to 10 gallons of water. Use of an acid buffer to control pH
is highly recommended. For other application rates, dilute accordingly.

5 to 330 Gallons Distributed By:


(19 to 1249 Liters)

UN1791, Hypochlorite Solutions, 8,


PG III 5661 Branch Road, Wapato, WA 98951 800.936.6750 www.paceint.com
Pac-Chlor 12.5%
Note: This product degrades with age. Monitoring chlorine level and in- Pesticide Disposal: Product or rinsate that cannot be used should be
creasing dosage, as necessary, is recommended to obtain the required diluted with water and disposed of in a sanitary sewer.
level of available chlorine. Since chlorine reacts readily with dirt and other Container Handling: Refillable container. Refill this container with so-
organic matter in dip tanks, the concentration should be checked at least dium hypochlorite solution only. Do not reuse this container for any other
three to four times each day by use of chlorometric or titrimetric kit. Once purpose. Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibil-
opened, use the entire contents of the container within 30 days. ity of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is
the responsibility of the refiller. To clean the container before final dis-
RECOMMENDED LEVELS OF CHLORINE posal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application
COMMODITY PPM Available Cl2 equipment or mix tank. Fill the container about 10 percent full with water.
Apple 150-200 Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Pour
Artichokes 100-150 or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system.
Asparagus 125-150 Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times.
Brussels Sprouts 100-150
Carrots 100-200 IMPORTANT: Read the information below before using this product. If the
Cauliflower 300-400 terms are not acceptable, you should return the unopened product container
Celery 100-110 immediately for a complete refund.
Cherry 75-100 LIMITED WARRANTY, TERMS OF SALE, AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Chopped Cabbage(2) 80-100 Upon purchase or use of this product, purchaser and user agree to the fol-
Chopped Lettuce(2) 80-100 lowing terms:
Warranty: Pace International, LLC (the Company) warrants that this product
Citrus Fruit 125-200
conforms to the chemical description on the label in all material respects and
Cucumbers 300-350
is reasonably fit for the purpose referred to in the directions for use, subject to
Green Onions 75-120 the exceptions noted below, which are beyond the Company’s control. The
Melons(5) 100-150 Company makes no other representation or warranty, express or implied,
Mushrooms(3) 100-120 concerning the product, including no implied warranty of merchantability or
Peaches, Plums & Nectarines 50-100 fitness for a particular purpose; no such warranty shall be implied by law, and
Pears 200-300 no agent or representative is authorized to make any such warranty on the
Peppers(1,4) 300-400 Company’s behalf.
Pomegranates 200 Terms of Sale: The Company’s directions for use of this product should be fol-
Potatoes(1,4) 65-125 lowed carefully. It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with
Radishes 100-150 use of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended conse-
Stone Fruit (Hydro-cooler) 30-75 quences may result because of such factors as weather conditions, presence
Tomatoes 300-350 of other materials, and the manner of use or application (including failure to
adhere to label directions), all of which are beyond the Company’s control. All
NOTE: such risks are assumed by the user. Sale of this product is governed by the
1. Concentration given for use in flow through washer system only. internal laws of the state of Washington; any action with respect to this product
2. After treatment, the adhered moisture must be removed by a centrifu- shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located at Seattle,
gation process. Washington U.S.A.
3. After treatment with the chlorinated water, mushrooms must be treated Limitation of Liability: The exclusive remedy against the Company for any
cause of action relating to the handling or use of this product is a claim for
with an approved anti-oxidant to prevent browning.
damages, and in no event shall damages or any other recovery of any kind
4. For treating peppers in a dump tank use 100-135 ppm Cl2;
exceed the price of the product which caused the alleged loss, damage, injury
For treating potatoes in a pit system use 100-150 ppm Cl2; or other claim. Under no circumstances shall the Company be liable for any
For treating tomatoes in a dump tank use 70-120 ppm Cl2. special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages of any kind, including
5. For hydro-cooloer use 10 ppm Cl2. loss of profits or income, and any such claims are hereby waived.
The Company and the seller offer this product, and the purchaser and user
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL accept this product, subject to the foregoing warranty, terms of sale and limita-
Do not contaminate food, or feed by storage, disposal or cleaning of tion of liability, which may be varied or modified only by an agreement in writ-
equipment. ing signed on behalf of the Company by an authorized representative.
Pesticide Storage: Store this product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 063009EPA
away from direct sunlight and heat to avoid deterioration. In case of spill,
flood areas with large quantities of water.

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