6 N Hydrochloric acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H335

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Classification of the substance or mixture Corrosive to metals, Category 1 Skin corrosion, Category 1B Serious eye damage, Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

Keep only in original container. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position 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/ doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification of the : Corrosive to metals, Category 1 substance or mixture Skin corrosion, Category 1B Serious eye damage, Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3