General Information
Revision date
1992-01-12
Product name
HYDROCHLORIC ACID
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
PVS CHEMICALS
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
canonfax1@dtrtn.com
Section 2
Hazardous Ingredients
Yes Component. CAS No. %& by wt. Hydrochloric Acid 7647-01-00 20° Baume' 31.4% 22° Baume' - 35.2% Exposure limits
Non Hazardous Components
Yes Component CAS No. %& by wt. Water 7732-18-5 20° Baume' 68.6% 22° Baume’ 4 64.8%
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Reacts with active metals UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION (potassium, sodium, calcium, powdered aluminum, zinc, magnesium) to produce flammable hydrogen gas. SECTION 5 ~- REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY: Stable HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: will not occur TO AVOID): INCOMPATIBILITY Material (CONDITIONS is AND MATERIALS ~ stable ‘when: properly handled.~ Highly - reactive with most. metals: —-- with alkalis and active produces flammable hydrogen. Reactions Mixing with strong oxidizers metals generate a great deal of heat. or sparks. can produce poisonous chlorine gas. Avoid open flames is Explosive hydrogen gas HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Chlorine gas is acid on fost metals. generated by the action of released when acid is mixed with strong oxidizers. 2 OF 5 MSDS, HYDROCHLORIC ACID, PAGE SECTION 6
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, ingestion, direct contact
Potential health effects
(ACUTE AND CHRONIC): INHALATION: Causes irritation of nose, throat, and lungs. Inhalation of concentrated vapor or mist will damage upper respiratory tract and lung tissues. Death may result from gross overexposure. INGESTION: Swallowing may be fatal. DIRECT CONTACT: Contact with liquid, mist, or vapor can cause immediate irritation or corrosive burns to all human tissue. EYE CONTACT: Contact with eyes may result in permanent visual loss unless removed quickly by thorough irrigation with water. CARCINOGENS (NTP, IARC,
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
BY EXPOSURE: Repeated exposure may cause chronic bronchitis or respiratory inflammation. Repeated skin contact with dilute solutions may cause dermatitis. SECTION 7 ~- FIRST AID INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Get medical attention. INGESTION: Drink copious amounts of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. DIRECT CONTACT: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Get immediate medical attention. Wash clothing before re-use. Destroy contaminated shoes. DIRECT EYE CONTACT: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Forcibly hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of eye/lid tissue. Get immediate medical attention. SECTION 8
Precautionary statements
FOR SAFE STORAGE, HANDLING AND USE TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store away from heat and oxidizing agents. Keep containers closed and dry. Protect container from physical damage. Do not strike containers or fittings with tools or hard objects. Wash thoroughly after handling. Emptied container may retain vapor and product residue. STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Contain spill in order to prevent contamination of sewage system or water way. Pump into marked containers for reclamation or disposal. If possible, neutralize on a dry basis' with suitable alkali such as lime or soda ash; then flush with water in accordance with applicable regulations. WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS: Dispose of spilled, neutralized, or waste product, contaminated soil and other contaminated materials in licensed landfill or treatment facility in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. MSDS, HYDROCHLORIC ACID, PAGE 3 OF 5 1g1004/005 ' SECTION 9 -- EXPOSURE CONTROL INFORMATION room ventilation VENTILATION: to minimize Provide good general exposure. Use local exhaust ventilation,. discharged to absorption condensate formed from Prevent any or neutralizing equipment. dropping on workers. . | NIOSH/MSHA approved, full RESPIRATORY face PROTECTION: Use and respirator with canister approved for hydrochloric acid vapor appropriate to determine mist. Consult respirator manufacturer use self- If concentrations are high or unknown, equipment. contained breathing apparatus. PROTECTIVE -GLOVES: Wear impervious rubber gloves. EYE PROTECTION: Wear splashprogt chenical, safety goggles. Eyewash areas. Do not fountains recommended in all
Storage
and handling wear contact lenses. shield and rubber OTHER PROTECTIVE footwear EQUIPMENT: Full-face and full body suit used. Acid-resistant hood should be recommended . fumes. WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Use gloves when Avoid breathing handling. Remove and change contaminated clothing immediately. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: kone SECTION 10 -- REGULATORY INFORMATION DOT: solution Proper shipping name: Hydrochloric acid,
UN Number
UN1789 Packing Group: II SARA TITLE III HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS: ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: Yes FIRE: No PRESSURE: No REACTIVITY: No subject to the reporting Hydrochloric Acid js a toxic chemical the Superfund III of requirements of Section 313 of Title 372. and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and Amendments 40 CFR Part OF 5 MSDS, HYDROCHLORIC ACID, PAGE 1g1005/005 OTHER RATINGS: (hazard index key: 4=severe, 3+serious, 2=moderate, l=slight, O=minimal ) ; HMIS: Health=3, Flammability=0, Reactivity=1 NFPA: Health=3, Flammability=0, Reactivity=0