Hydrochloric Acid 1-10%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Classification of the chemical

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original packaging. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe mists. Wear protective gloves,clothing and eye,face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Absorb spillage to prevent material-damage. Store in corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store locked up. Dispose of contents or container in accordance with local, regional, national, international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause severe irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach. Contact with metals may release small amounts of flammable hydrogen gas. Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis (rash), characterized by red, dry, itching skin. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of fumes or vapours, may cause chronic lung effects, such as bronchitis, and tooth enamel erosion. Chronic skin contact with low concentrations may cause dermatitis.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200 and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) . Hazard classification: Corrosive to metals: Category 1 Eye damage/irritation: Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1