Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS): HYDROCHLORIC

ACID

1. Product Identification 7. Handling and Storage

8. Exposure Controls/Personal
2. Composition
Protection
3. Hazards Identification 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
4. First Aid Measures 10. Stability and Reactivity
5. Fire Fighting Measures 11. Toxicological Information
6. Accidental Release Measures 12. Ecological Information
13. Disposal Considerations
16. Other Information
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1. Product Identification
MSDS Name: Hydrochloric Acid, Reagent ACS
Chlorohydric acid, hydrogen chloride, muriatic acid, spirits of salt.
Company Identification: Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fairlawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name % EINECS#

7647-01-0 Hydrochloric acid, reagent ACS 37% 231-595-7

7732-18-5 Water Balance 231-791-2
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34 37
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3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: Clear, colorless to faintly yellow.
Danger! Corrosive. Sensitizer. Causes eye and skin burns. May cause severe respiratory and digestive
tract irritation with possible
burns.
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
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Eye:
May cause irreversible eye injury. Vapor or mist may cause irritation and severe burns. Contact with liquid
is corrosive to the eyes and causes severe burns. May cause painful sensitization to light. May cause
conjunctivitis.

Skin:
May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. Contact with liquid is corrosive and causes severe
burns and ulceration. May cause photosensitization in certain individuals.
Ingestion:
May cause circulatory system failure. Causes severe digestive tract burns with abdominal pain, vomiting,
and possible death. May cause
corrosion and permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract.
Inhalation:
Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible
coma. May cause pulmonary edema and severe respiratory disturbances.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Repeated exposure may cause erosion of teeth.
May cause conjunctivitis and photosensitization.

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4. First Aid Measures
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
lids. Get medical aid
immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get
medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or
equivalent), and full
protective gear. Not flammable, but reacts with most metals to form flammable hydrogen gas. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is nonflammable; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
NFPA Rating: Not published.
Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.
Upper: Not available.
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6. Accidental Release Measures

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Large spills may be neutralized with dilute alkaline solutions of soda ash, or lime. Absorb spill using an
absorbent, non-combustible
material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite.
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7. Handling and Storage

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate
ventilation. Do not get on skin
or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale.
Storage:
Keep away from heat and flame. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
away from incompatible substances.
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8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Hydrochloric acid, reagent ACS C 5 ppm; C 7.5 mg/m3 50 ppm IDLH C 5 ppm; C 7 mg/m3
OSHA Vacated PELs:
Hydrochloric acid, reagent ACS:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always
use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties (Hydrochloric Acid)
Appearance: Clear, colorless to faintly yellow liquid
Odor: Strong, pungent
Solubility: 823g/L water at 32F
Density: 1.16-1.19
pH: 1.1 (0.1N sol)
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F): Not available
Boiling Point: 230 deg F
Melting Point: -101 deg F
Vapor Density (Air=1): 1.257
Vapor Pressure: 160 mm Hg
Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate =1): 2.0
Molecular Formula: HCl
Molecular Weight: 36.46
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10. Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acetate, acetic anhydride, alcohols + hydrogen cyanide, 2-aminoethanol, ammonium hydroxide, calcium
carbide, calcium phosphide, cesium acetylene carbide, cesium carbide, chlorosulfonic acid, 1,1-
difluoroethylene, ethylene diamine, ethyleneimine, fluorine, lithium silicide, magnesium boride, mercuric
sulfate, oleum, perchloric acid, potassium permanganate, b-propiolactone, propylene oxide, rubidum
acetylene carbide, rubidum carbide, silver perchlorate + carbon tetrachloride, sodium, sodium hydroxide,
sulfuric acid, uranium phosphide, vinyl acetate. Substance polymerizes on contact with aldehydes or
epoxides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur.
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11. Toxicological Information

RTECS#:
CAS# 7647-01-0: MW4025000
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7647-01-0: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 =1108 ppm/1H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 =3124 ppm/1H; Oral,
rabbit: LD50 = 900 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Hydrochloric acid, reagent ACS -
IARC: Group 3 carcinogen
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
Embryo or Fetus: Stunted fetus, ihl-rat TCLo=450 mg/m3/1H Specific
Developmental Abnormalities: homeostasis, ihl-rat TCLo=450 mg/m3/1H.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
None.
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12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity:
Trout LC100=10 mg/L/24H Shrimp LC50=100-330 ppm Starfish LC50=100-330mg/L/48H Shore crab
LC50=240 mg/L/48H Chronic plant toxicity=100 ppm
Environmental Fate:
Substance will neutralize soil carbonate-based components.
Physical/Chemical:
No information available.
Other:
None.
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13. Disposal Considerations

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
RCRA D-Series Maximum Concentration of Contaminants: None listed.
RCRA D-Series Chronic Toxicity Reference Levels: None listed.
RCRA F-Series: None listed.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed
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16. Other Information

MSDS Creation Date: 11/09/1995 Revision #4 Date: 4/28/1998
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Version Number: 4
Back to MSDS index Date Issued: 15/01/98

IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: HYDROCHLORIC ACID (32%)
Other Names: CONCRETE ETCHING SOLUTION
Description: HYDROCHLORIC ACID
Uses: For etching concrete surfaces prior to coating.
Classification of Hazardous according to NZ Dangerous Goods and
Hazardous Nature: Toxic Substance Regulations.
UN Number: 1789
Dangerous Goods 8
Class:
Hazchem Code: 2R
Toxic Substances Third
Schedule:
Packing Code: 11

Physical Description/Properties
Appearance-Viscosity- White to yellow clear fuming liquid. Highly acidic,
Odour-pH: pungent odour.
Melting or Freezing Not known
Point:
Boiling Point: 82°C
Vapour Pressure (mm 25
Hg @ 25°C):
Vapour Density (Air=1): Not known
Solubility in Water (g/L Complete
@20°C):
Percent Volatile (by 100
weight):
Specific Gravity 1.2
(Water=1):
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Not known
Acetate=1):

INGREDIENTS CAS Reg. Approx. Proportion WES (TLV)

No.
Hydrogen Chloride 7647-01-0 Med 10-60% 5 ppm +
Water 7732-18-5 Med 10-60% None Established +

+ NZ OSH (WES) 1994

 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects:-
Skin: Highly corrosive causing severe skin burns.
Eyes: Can cause severe burns, possibly with permanent impairment of vision.
Inhaled: Vapours are irritating to mucous membranes.
Swallowed: Corrosive action on mouth and oesophagus.
Long Term Hazard: Long term exposure to small doses not hazardous.
Exposure to excessive doses can cause irritation, pain and severe burns.
First Aid:-
Skin: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water.
Eyes: Flush eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and
get medical attention.
Inhaled: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Consult Physician and/or
transport to medical facility.
Swallowed: CORROSIVE: If swallowed dilute by giving large amounts of
water or milk to drink. DO NOT induce vomiting. Consult Physician or National
Poisons Centre (Ph (03) 474 7000) IMMEDIATELY. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.
Advice to Doctor: Treat skin burns as thermal burn. In eyes, stain for
evidence of corneal injury. Respiratory - administer oxygen if available.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

Personal Protection:-
Skin: Rubber or rubber coated gloves, boots, apron, gauntlets and a face
shield in addition to eye protection.
Eyes: Chemical workers goggles. Eye fountain and safety shower at work
area. Refer to 'Eyes at Work'-OSH.
Breathing: Class AUS 1 half face respirator with type A organic vapour filter.
Refer AS/NZS 1715:1994, AS/NZS 1716:1994, 'A Guide to Respirators'- OSH.
Other:
Ventilation: Sufficient ventilation , in volume and pattern, should be provided
to keep air contaminant concentrations below WES - TWA limits.

SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

Storage and Transport:-
Storage
Minimum: 1°C
Temperature:
Maximum: 40°C. Store cool at constant temperature.

Container Type and Material: Plastic, poison bottles or flagons.

Incompatible Substances: Chromates, powdered metals, alkalis, oxidising
agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat
Hazardous Polymerisation: Will not occur.
 Usual Decomposition Products: Oxides of Carbon and Nitrogen, HCl, Cl2
Spills: Small quantities may be flushed with copious quantities of water. In
cases of large amounts, contains spill, neutralise with Lime or Sodium
Bicarbonate, then dilute with water. Do not add water directly to large amounts
or extreme heat will be produced causing the acid to splatter.
Disposal:
Fire/Explosion Hazard: Flash Point: >100°C
Auto Ignition Temperature: Not known
Upper Explosion Limit %: Not known
Lower Explosion Limit %: Not known
Extinguishing Media: Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Hydrochloric acid itself is non-flammable.
There is, however, a latent fire or explosion hazard when in contact with
metals due to generation of hydrogen gas.
Other Information: Keep container closed, upright when not in use. Store in
cool, dry, well ventilated area. Copies of 'A Guide to Respirators'-OSH and
'Eyes at Work'-OSH can be viewed at Resene Color Shops or obtained from
OSH.
Contact Point: Telephone 0800 737363 (24 hour)
It is Company Policy to maintain the most accurate and up to date information possible, and Resene
Paints Limited aims to review these Data regularly. The information contained herein is based on data
considered accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge as of the date issued and subsequently
made available from Resene Paints Limited. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the
accuracy of these Data or the results to be obtained from the use hereof. Persons using these Data are
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periods of time. Resene Paints Limited assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage
to vendees, users, or third parties caused by the material. Such users or vendees assume all risks
associated with the use of the material.

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ClearTech Hydrochloric Acid MSDS

PRODUCT INFORMATION:
Product Identifier: Hydrochloric acid
Inhibited hydrochloric acid
Synonym(s): Aqueous hydrogen chloride, muriatic acid.
Chemical Name: Hydrochloric acid
Chemical Family: Inorganic acids
Molecular Formula: HCl
Acidizing (activation) of petroleum wells, scale removal, ore reduction, metal
Product Use: cleaning, pH adjustment, industrial acidizing, generation of chlorine dioxide,
regeneration of ion exchange resins.

Supplier/ Emergency
Address:
Manufacturer: Tel:
2302 Hanselman Ave., Saskatoon, SK S7L
5Z3 Canada (306)
ClearTech
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list of regional offices.
Sterling Pulp Wanuskewin Road & 71st St., Saskatoon, (775)
Chemicals SK S7K 3R3 824-7600
TDG/WHMIS INFORMATION:
Shipping Name: Hydrochloric acid
Strength: PIN: Class: Group: WHMIS:
30-36% UN 1789 8(9.2) II E, D1A
15% UN 1789 8(9.2) II E
MAIN/HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:
Ingredients: Weight % CAS #
Hydrochloric acid 15-36.5 7647-01-0
Water 63.5-85 7732-18-5
PHYSICAL DATA:
State: Liquid
Odour and Appearance: Colourless or slightly yellow, fuming liquid with a pungent odour
Odour Threshold: Detectable at 1-5ppm
Molecular Weight: 36.46
Boiling Point: 90.5°C (30%)
Freeze/Melting Point: -51°C (30%)
Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.16 - 1.19 (30-35%); 1.08 (15%)
Bulk Density: Not applicable
Vapour Density (air=1): Data not available
Vapour Pressure: 16 mm Hg at 25°C (30%)
0.03 mm Hg at 25°C (15%)
Evaporation Rate: Data not available
% Volatiles by Volume: 100%
pH: <1
Solubility in Water: Miscible (100%)
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient: Data not available
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA:

Conditions of Flammability
Non-flammable
Explosion Hazards
Normally none, but when in contact with metals explosive hydrogen gas may be evolved.
Flash Point and its Method of Determination
Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature
Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (% by vol)
Not applicable
Lower Flammable Limit (% by vol)
Not applicable
Hazardous Combustion Products
Hydrogen and chlorine gas formed at temperatures over 1500°C.
Means of Extinction
Product does not burn. Where fire is involved, use any fire fighting agent appropriate for
surrounding material; use water spray to cool fire-exposed surfaces.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Cool
containers with water spray to avoid possible rupture.

REACTIVITY DATA:

Stability
Stable. Heat and contamination could cause decomposition.
Incompatibility
Incompatible with strong bases, metals, phosphines, acetylides, borides, carbides, silicides,
vinyl acetate, formaldehyde, hypochlorites, cyanides, sulphides.
Reactions
Contact with hypochlorites liberates chlorine gas. May react violently with incompatible
substances. May release toxic and/or flammable gases such as hydrogen and phosphine gas.
Considerable amounts of heat may be evolved.
Polymerization
Will not occur

HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

Inhalation
Vapour or mist can cause irritation to nose, throat, and upper respiratory tract. Symptoms
include: coughing, choking, and bleeding of the nose and gums. Severe exposure can result
in pulmonary edema and corrosion of tissues in the nose and throat.
Skin Contact/Absorption
Contact may produce severe irritation or corrosive skin damage, depending upon length of
contact and amount of acid. Effects range from dermititis, photo sensitization, redness,
swelling, pain, permanent scarring, to death.
Eye Contact
Low concentrations of vapour or mist can be irritating, causing redness. Concentrated
vapour, mist or splashed liquid can cause severe irritation, burns and permanent blindness.
Ingestion
Causes severe burns of the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, with consequent pain, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, circulatory collapse, and possibly death.
Chronic/Acute Effects
Prolonged exposure can cause erosion and discolouration of teeth and chronic imflammation
of nose, throat, and airways. Repeated or prolonged contact to dilute solutions can cause
dermatitis.
Exposure Limits
ACGIH TLV-C = 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) HCl
Irritancy
Corrosive to eyes and skin
Carcinogenicity
Not considered to be carcinogenic by IARC and ACGIH.
Reproductive Toxicity
Data not available
Teratogenicity
Data not available
Sensitization
Data not available
Mutagenicity
Data not available
Synergistic Materials
Data not available
Animal Toxicity Data
LC50(inhalation,mouse,4 hour) = 757 ppm
LD50(oral,rabbit) = 900 mg/kg

PREVENTATIVE MEASURES:

Respiratory Protection
At concentrations up to 50 ppm, chemical charge respirator or air-purifying respirator is
recommended. Above this level, a self-contained breathing apparatus is required.
Skin Protection
Impervious gloves, body suits, boots, and other resistant protective clothing (rubber or PVC).
Wash contaminated clothing with soap and water and dry before reuse.
Eye/Face Protection
Chemical goggles or safety glasses are to be worn at all times when product is handled.
Contact lenses should not be worn; they may contribute to severe eye injury.
Special Handling Procedures
Avoid adding water to this acid. Slowly add acid to water to prevent spattering or boiling.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid situations that could lead to harmful exposure.
Storage Requirements
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed, and away from
incompatible materials.
Engineering Controls
Handling should be done in closed ventilation systems, to reduce vapour to permissible
levels.

FIRST AID MEASURES:

Inhalation
Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration only if breathing has stopped. If
breathing becomes rapid & bubbly, give oxygen. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Irrigate affected area with water for at least 20 minutes. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Eye Contact
Flush immediately with water for at least 20 minutes. Forcibly hold eyelids apart to ensure
complete irrigation of eye tissue. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean victim forward to prevent breathing in
vomitus. Rinse mouth out with water. If the victim can swallow, give 1 cup of water or milk
to dilute. If vomiting occurs, rinse the mouth out and give another cup of water. Do not give
anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Seek immediate medical
attention.
Other Information
None

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DATA:

Steps in the Event of a Leak or Spill

Only persons wearing PPE should be allowed to enter leak areas. Ventilate area. Vapours
from spills can be knocked down with water fog. Small spills can be neutralized with soda
ash or lime. (Releases carbon dioxide, be careful). Dilute large spills and recover.
Environmental Effects
Extremely toxic to aquatic life by lowering the pH below 5.5
Deactivating Chemicals
Soda ash, lime, limestone.
Waste Disposal Methods
Dispose in accordance with all federal, provincial, and local regulations.

PREPARATION INFORMATION:

References
Manufacturers' MSDS
Hawley, GG 'The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th edition', Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.
Date Prepared/Revised
February 21, 2001

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The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate. However, since the
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Safety data for hydrochloric acid (concentrated)

General
Synonyms: muriatic acid, chlorohydric acid. [Data for dilute Hydrochloric acid can be found by following
this link.]
Molecular formula: HCl
CAS No: 7647-01-0
EC No: 231-595-7

Physical data
Appearance: clear colourless or slightly yellow liquid with pungent odour. Concentrated acid is fuming.
Melting point: -25 C
Boiling point: 109 C
Specific gravity: 1.19
Vapour pressure:
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:

Stability
Stable. Avoid heat, flames. Incompatible with most common metals, amines, metal oxides, acetic
anhydride, propiolactone, vinyl acetate, mercuric sulphate, calcium phosphide, formaldehyde, alkalies,
carbonates, strong bases, sulphuric acid, chlorosulphonic acid.

Toxicology
Extremely corrosive. Inhalation of vapour can cause serious injury. Ingestion may be fatal. Liquid can
cause severe damage to skin and eyes. TLV 5 ppm.
Toxicity data
(The meaning of any abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
ORL-RBT LD50 900 mg kg-1
IPR-MUS LD50 40 mg kg-1
IHL-RAT LC50 3124 ppm/1h.
IHL-HMN LCLO 1300 ppm 30min
 Risk phrases
(The meaning of any risk phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
R23 R24 R25 R34 R36 R37 R38.

Transport information
(The meaning of any UN hazard codes which appear in this section is given here.)
UN No 1789. Packing group II. Major hazard class 8.0. Transport category 2.

Environmental information
Lethal to fish from 25 mg/l up. Toxic for aquatic organisms due to pH shift.

Personal protection
Safety glasses or face mask, gloves. Effective ventilation.
Safety phrases
(The meaning of any safety phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
S26 S36 S37 S39 S45.

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PRODUCT NAME: HYDROCHLORIC ACID
FORMULA: HCL
FORMULA WT: 36.46
CAS NO.: 7647-01-0
NIOSH/RTECS NO.: MW4025000
COMMON SYNONYMS: MURIATIC ACID; CHLOROHYDRIC ACID; HYDROCHLORIDE
PRODUCT CODES: 9543,9539,9535,5367,9534,9544,9529,9542,4800,9549,9530,9548
9540,9547,9546,9537
EFFECTIVE: 08/07/86
REVISION #02
PRECAUTIONARY LABELLING
BAKER SAF-T-DATA(TM) SYSTEM
HEALTH - 3 SEVERE (POISON)
FLAMMABILITY - 0 NONE
REACTIVITY - 2 MODERATE
CONTACT - 3 SEVERE (CORROSIVE)
HAZARD RATINGS ARE 0 TO 4 (0 = NO HAZARD; 4 = EXTREME HAZARD).
LABORATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
PRECAUTIONARY LABEL STATEMENTS
POISON DANGER
CAUSES SEVERE BURNS
MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED
DO NOT GET IN EYES, ON SKIN, ON CLOTHING.
DO NOT BREATHE VAPOR. CAUSES DAMAGE TO RESPIRATORY SYSTEM (LUNGS),
EYES AND SKIN. KEEP IN TIGHTLY CLOSED CONTAINER. LOOSEN CLOSURE CAUTIOUSLY.
USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. WASH THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING. IN CASE
OF SPILL NEUTRALIZE WITH SODA ASH OR LIME AND PLACE IN DRY CONTAINER.
SAF-T-DATA(TM) STORAGE COLOR CODE: WHITE (CORROSIVE)
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2 - HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
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COMPONENT % CAS NO.
HYDROCHLORIC ACID (23 BAUME) 35-40 7647-01-0
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3 - PHYSICAL DATA
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BOILING POINT: 110 C ( 230 F) VAPOR PRESSURE(MM HG): N/A
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MELTING POINT: -25 C ( -13 F) VAPOR DENSITY(AIR=1): 1.3
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.19 EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
(H2O=1) (BUTYL ACETATE=1)
SOLUBILITY(H2O): COMPLETE (IN ALL PROPORTIONS) % VOLATILES BY VOLUME: 100
APPEARANCE & ODOR: CLEAR, COLORLESS OR SLIGHTLY YELLOW, PUNGENT,
FUMING LIQUID.
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4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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FLASH POINT (CLOSED CUP N/A NFPA 704M RATING: 3-0-0
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: UPPER - N/A % LOWER - N/A %
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
USE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA APPROPRIATE FOR SURROUNDING FIRE.
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES
FIREFIGHTERS SHOULD WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND SELF-CONTAINED
BREATHING APPARATUS WITH FULL FACEPIECE OPERATED IN POSITIVE PRESSURE MODE.
MOVE CONTAINERS FROM FIRE AREA IF IT CAN BE DONE WITHOUT RISK. USE WATER
TO KEEP FIRE-EXPOSED CONTAINERS COOL.
DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
MAY EMIT HYDROGEN GAS UPON CONTACT WITH METAL.
TOXIC GASES PRODUCED
HYDROGEN CHLORIDE, HYDROGEN GAS
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5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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PEL AND TLV LISTED DENOTE CEILING LIMIT.
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE (TLV/TWA): 7 MG/M3 ( 5 PPM)
PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMIT (PEL): 7 MG/M3 ( 5 PPM)
TOXICITY: LD50 (ORAL-RABBIT)(MG/KG) - 900
LD50 (IPR-MOUSE)(MG/KG) - 40
LC50 (INHL-RAT-1H) (PPM) - 3124
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP: NO IARC: NO Z LIST: NO OSHA REG: NO
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
INHALATION OF VAPORS MAY CAUSE PULMONARY EDEMA, CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
COLLAPSE, DAMAGE TO UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM, COLLAPSE.
INHALATION OF VAPORS MAY CAUSE COUGHING AND DIFFICULT BREATHING.
LIQUID MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNS TO SKIN AND EYES.
INGESTION IS HARMFUL AND MAY BE FATAL.
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INGESTION MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNING OF MOUTH AND STOMACH.
INGESTION MAY CAUSE NAUSEA AND VOMITING.
TARGET ORGANS
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM, EYES, SKIN
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
NONE IDENTIFIED
ROUTES OF ENTRY
INGESTION, INHALATION, SKIN CONTACT, EYE CONTACT
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
CALL A PHYSICIAN.
IF SWALLOWED, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING; IF CONSCIOUS, GIVE WATER, MILK, OR
MILK OF MAGNESIA.
IF INHALED, REMOVE TO FRESH AIR. IF NOT BREATHING, GIVE ARTIFICIAL
RESPIRATION. IF BREATHING IS DIFFICULT, GIVE OXYGEN.
IN CASE OF CONTACT, IMMEDIATELY FLUSH EYES OR SKIN WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR
AT LEAST 15 MINUTES WHILE REMOVING CONTAMINATED CLOTHING AND SHOES.
WASH CLOTHING BEFORE RE-USE.
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6 - REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: STABLE HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: WILL NOT OCCUR
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: HEAT, MOISTURE
INCOMPATIBLES: MOST COMMON METALS, WATER, AMINES, METAL OXIDES,
ACETIC ANHYDRIDE, PROPIOLACTONE, VINYL ACETATE,
MERCURIC SULFATE, CALCIUM PHOSPHIDE, FORMALDEHYDE,
ALKALIES, CARBONATES, STRONG BASES,
SULFURIC ACID, CHLOROSULFONIC ACID
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: HYDROGEN CHLORIDE, HYDROGEN, CHLORINE
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7 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN THE EVENT OF A SPILL OR DISCHARGE
WEAR SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND FULL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. STOP
LEAK IF YOU CAN DO SO WITHOUT RISK. VENTILATE AREA. NEUTRALIZE SPILL WITH
SODA ASH OR LIME. WITH CLEAN SHOVEL, CAREFULLY PLACE MATERIAL INTO CLEAN,
DRY CONTAINER AND COVER; REMOVE FROM AREA. FLUSH SPILL AREA WITH WATER.
J. T. BAKER NEUTRASORB(R) OR NEUTRASOL(R) "LOW NA+" ACID NEUTRALIZERS
ARE RECOMMENDED FOR SPILLS OF THIS PRODUCT.
DISPOSAL PROCEDURE
DISPOSE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL
ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS.
EPA HAZARDOUS WASTE NUMBER: D002 (CORROSIVE WASTE)
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8 - PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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VENTILATION: USE GENERAL OR LOCAL EXHAUST VENTILATION TO MEET
TLV REQUIREMENTS.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: RESPIRATORY PROTECTION REQUIRED IF AIRBORNE
CONCENTRATION EXCEEDS TLV. AT CONCENTRATIONS UP
TO 100 PPM, A CHEMICAL CARTRIDGE RESPIRATOR WITH
ACID CARTRIDGE IS RECOMMENDED. ABOVE THIS LEVEL,
A SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS IS ADVISED.
EYE/SKIN PROTECTION: SAFETY GOGGLES AND FACE SHIELD, UNIFORM,
PROTECTIVE SUIT, ACID-RESISTANT GLOVES ARE
RECOMMENDED.
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9 - STORAGE AND HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
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SAF-T-DATA(TM) STORAGE COLOR CODE: WHITE (CORROSIVE)
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED. STORE IN CORROSION-PROOF AREA.
ISOLATE FROM INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS.
DO NOT STORE NEAR OXIDIZING MATERIALS.
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10 - TRANSPORTATION DATA AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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DOMESTIC (D.O.T.)
PROPER SHIPPING NAME HYDROCHLORIC ACID
HAZARD CLASS CORROSIVE MATERIAL (LIQUID)
UN/NA UN1789
LABELS CORROSIVE
REPORTABLE QUANTITY 5000 LBS.
INTERNATIONAL (I.M.O.)
PROPER SHIPPING NAME HYDROCHLORIC ACID, SOLUTION
HAZARD CLASS 8
UN/NA UN1789
LABELS CORROSIVE