PB NALCO7408DechlorinationChemical
PB NALCO7408DechlorinationChemical
PB NALCO7408DechlorinationChemical
Dechlorination Chemical
Product Bulletin
NALCO 7408 is a fast-acting dechlorination agent used to reduce the levels of residual chlorine in
chlorinated water supplies without increasing objectionable chloramines. NALCO 7408 is a bisulfite-
based material that reacts instantaneously with chlorine. It does not include any catalyst and, therefore,
reacts more slowly with oxygen.
Its primary use is dechlorination of water, feedwater for reverse osmosis (RO), feedwater to ion
exchange units, and waste water. NALCO 7408 is also used for chlorine and oxygen scavenging in
systems that cannot tolerate the presence of a catalyst.
Form: Liquid
Density @77°F [25°C]: 11.4 lb/gal [1.37 kg/L]
Specific Gravity @77°F [25°C]: 1.37
Odor: Pungent sulfurous
pH (1% Solution): 4.1
Freeze-Thaw Recovery: Unstable
Flash Point (PMCC): None
Crystallization Point: 37°F [3°C]
Freeze Point (precipitation point) 30°F[-1°C]
VOC None
ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS
Sodium Bisulfite
REGULATORY APPROVALS
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), SECTION 15 for the most recent information on
approvals.
MATERIALS OF COMPATIBILITY
* 316 SS is considered compatible. However, some corrosion may occur in the vapor region and at welds
during long term storage of product in 316 SS at higher temperatures.
CONSEQUENCES OF UNDERFEED
Dechlorination
Underfeed of NALCO 7408 will cause free chlorine to remain in the water going to the ion exchanger or
reverse osmosis (RO) membrane. This chlorine will react with the resin or membrane structure causing
degradation and/or hydrolysis (check manufacturing specifications).
Oxygen Scavenging
Underfeed of NALCO 7408 will result in serious oxygen corrosion to the feedwater system. The greatest
damage will occur in the economizer or feedwater preheaters. Oxygen corrosion will also increase iron
levels in the feedwater. Iron deposits will form in the high heat flux areas of the boiler causing tube
failures.
CONSEQUENCES OF OVERFEED
Dechlorination
Moderate overfeed of NALCO 7408 will cause no permanent damage to any part of the boiler feed
system. It will exchange out on the ion exchange resin or be removed by the RO membrane and cause
reduced run lengths that would be directly proportional to the extent of overfeed. Slight overfeed should
have no noticeable effect on the operation of the ion exchangers or RO membranes since the vast
majority of ionic load would be coming from the water itself.
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), SECTIONS 11 and 12, for the most current data.
Caution: May cause irritation to skin and eyes. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not take
internally. In case of contact, wash skin with soap and water; for eyes, immediately flush with large
amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, and get medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before re-use.
The maximum storage temperature is 120°F [49°C]. Keep from freezing. At temperatures below 30°F [-
1°C], product will precipitate. NALCO 7408 is not freeze-thaw stable. Bulk NALCO 7408 should be
stored in lined or fiberglass tanks. Avoid excessive aeration. Fill bulk tanks from the bottom.
STORAGE
NALCO 7408 has a maximum recommended in-plant storage life of six months in factory-sealed
containers.
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), SECTION 7, for the most current data.
REMARKS
If you need assistance or more information on this product, please call your nearest Nalco
Representative.
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For Medical and Transportation Emergencies involving Nalco products, please see the Material Safety
Data Sheet for the phone number.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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