Selleys Rapid Mould Killer 750ml - Technical Details and Specifications

Product Overview

Selleys Rapid Mould Killer 750ml is a specialized cleaning product designed for effective mould removal in household areas. The product was discontinued in March 2025 and carried product code 101280 with barcode 9300697127747. It is recommended for use in bathrooms and shower areas to remove mould.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Form and Appearance

The product is supplied as a clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic chlorine odour. These physical characteristics make it easily identifiable and indicate its active chlorine-based formulation.

Key Physical Parameters

Property	Value
Form	Liquid
Colour	Clear, colourless
Odour	Chlorine
Solubility	Soluble in water
Specific Gravity	1.08
Relative Vapour Density (air=1)	>1
Boiling Point	Approximately 100°C
pH	>11 (highly alkaline)
Viscosity	<14 mm²/s @ 40°C
Flash Point	Not applicable
Vapour Pressure	Not available

Chemical Composition

Selleys Rapid Mould Killer 750ml contains the following active and inactive chemical components:

Chemical Component	CAS Number	Proportion
Sodium hypochlorite	7681-52-9	<5% (w/w)
1-Dodecanamine, N,N-dimethyl-, N-oxide	1643-20-5	<1% (w/w)
Sodium hydroxide	1310-73-2	<1% (w/w)
1-Tetradecanamine, N,N-dimethyl-, N-oxide	3332-27-2	<1% (w/w)
Non-hazardous ingredients	—	Balance

The presence of sodium hypochlorite as the primary active ingredient confirms its effectiveness as a mould-killing solution, while the alkaline pH (>11) contributes to its cleaning and disinfecting properties.

Safety Classification and Hazards

Hazard Classification

The product is classified as hazardous according to Safe Work Australia GHS 7 criteria with the following hazard classifications:

• Skin Irritation - Category 2: Causes skin irritation upon contact
• Eye Damage - Category 1: Causes serious eye damage requiring immediate medical attention

Poison Schedule

The product is assigned Poison Schedule S5 (Caution), requiring careful handling and storage in accordance with relevant regulations.

Key Hazard Statements

• H315: Causes skin irritation
• H318: Causes serious eye damage

Stability and Storage

Thermal Stability

The material demonstrates thermal stability when stored and used as directed, meaning it maintains its chemical integrity and effectiveness under proper storage conditions.

Storage Requirements

The product must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from:

• Direct sunlight
• Foodstuffs
• Incompatible materials (particularly oxidising agents)
• Sources of heat and ignition

Containers should be kept standing upright and closed when not in use, with regular inspection for leaks.

Decomposition and Reactivity

Hazardous Decomposition Products

When the product decomposes (particularly at elevated temperatures or when exposed to ignition sources), it releases:

• Oxides of carbon and nitrogen
• Smoke
• Other toxic fumes

Conditions to Avoid

• Elevated temperatures
• Sources of ignition
• Incompatible materials such as oxidising agents

Transport Classification

The product is not classified as Dangerous Goods under:

• Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail
• New Zealand NZS5433: Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land
• International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
• International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations

Toxicological Profile

Acute Health Effects

Inhalation: Material may irritate mucous membranes and respiratory tract

Skin Contact: Contact results in irritation; the product is not hazardous for acute dermal exposure

Ingestion: Swallowing can cause nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal irritation; not hazardous for acute ingestion exposure

Eye Contact: Causes severe irritation with potential for corneal burns; classified as a Category 1 Hazard with irreversible effects

Chronic Toxicity Classification

The product is classified as:

• Not a mutagen
• Not a carcinogen
• Not a reproductive toxicant
• Not an aspiration hazard

Environmental Classification

Aquatic Hazard

• Acute aquatic hazard: Category 1 Hazard with acute toxicity estimate <1 mg/L
• Chronic aquatic hazard: Category 2 Hazard with chronic toxicity estimate 1-10 mg/L

The product should not be allowed to contaminate waterways.

Bioaccumulative and Persistence Data

No information is currently available regarding:

• Ecotoxicity
• Persistence and degradability
• Bioaccumulative potential
• Environmental mobility

Regulatory Compliance

The product is not subject to:

• Montreal Protocol (Ozone-depleting substances)
• Stockholm Convention (Persistent Organic Pollutants)
• Rotterdam Convention (Prior Informed Consent)
• Basel Convention (Hazardous Waste)

All chemical components are listed on or exempt from the Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals (AIIC) and the New Zealand Inventory of Chemical (NZIoC).

References

• [1] RAPID_MOULD_KILLER_750ML__Discontinued_March_2025_-AUS_GHS.pdf
• [2] SELLEYS_RAPID_MOULD_KILLER__Discontinued_March_2025_-AUS_GHS.pdf