Hydrofluoric Acid

OSHA HCS Classification

Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Dermal - Category 1 Skin Corrosion - Category 1A Eye Damage - Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Fatal in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage.

Prevention

Wash body thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust, vapors. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation where IDLH, OSHA STEL or PEL values reached wear NIOSH approved respiratory protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wear eye protection, face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a doctor. Rinse Mouth. Specific treatment (see first aid section on this label). If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a doctor. Specific treatment is urgent (see first aid section on this label) If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Take off all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue Rinsing

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations Descriptions of Hazards not otherwise classified: N/A Percent of mixture with unknown acute toxicity: N/A