Hydrochloric Acid 33%

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H331, H335, H401

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: T, Toxic. C, Corrosive. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R23, R35, R37. Toxic by inhalation. Causes severe burns. Irritating to respiratory system H290: May be corrosive to metals. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H401: Toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

S20, S23, S26, S28, S38, S45, S1/2, S36/37/39. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe vapours or mists. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show this MSDS where possible). Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

SUSMP Classification

S6

ADG classification

Class 8 Corrosive Substances

UN Number

1789, HYDROCHLORIC ACID

Signal word

DANGER

Prevention

P234: Keep only in original container. P260: Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapours or spray. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.

Response

P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P390: Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires.

Storage

P406: Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents and containers to landfill. Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Clear, colourless, mobile, fuming liquid. Odour: Characteristic sharp, irritating odour.

Health hazards

causes severe burns, toxic if inhaled, respiratory tract irritant

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data shows that this product is toxic, but symptoms are not available. In addition product is an inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but they should disappear after exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is very corrosive to the skin. Capable of causing severe burns with deep ulceration, and can penetrate to deeper layers of skin resulting in third degree burns. Corrosion will continue until product is removed or neutralised. Severity depends on concentration and duration of exposure. Burns may not be immediately painful; the onset of pain may be minutes to hours. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is extremely corrosive to eyes. It will quickly cause severe pain, and corrosion of the eye and surrounding facial tissues. Unless exposure is immediately treated, permanent blindness and facial scarring will occur. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. However, this product is very corrosive to the gastrointestinal tract. Capable of causing severe burns with deep ulceration, and can penetrate to deeper layers of skin resulting in third degree burns. Corrosion will continue until product is removed or neutralised. Severity depends on duration of exposure but even brief exposure may cause serious damage. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: Hydrochloric Acid is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.