1. Identification of the substance/mixture

Product identifier 

Product name : Hydrochloric Acid 

Chemical family : Inorganic Acid 

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and advised against Identified uses: Manufacture of Vinyl Chloride, Manufacture of Alkyl Chlorides,  General Cleaning, Nitration Reactions, Acidizing (Activation) of Petroleum Wells,  Hydrochlorination, Polymerization, Isomerization. 

2. Hazard Identification 

Classification of the substance or mixture 

Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) 

Skin corrosion : category 1B, H314 

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure, Category 3, H335 

Corrosive to metals, H290 

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this section, see section 16. 

Classification (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC) 

C; R34 

Xi; R37 

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16. 

Label elements 

Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No.1272/2008) 

 Hazard pictograms 

Signal word 

Danger 

Hazard statements 

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H335 May cause respiratory irritation. 

 H290 May be corrosive to metals. 

 Precautionary statements 

 P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. 

 P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P309 + P310 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or  doctor/physician. 

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.  Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 

 Labelling (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC) 

 Symbols(s) C Corrosive 

 R-phrase(s) 34-37 Causes burns. Irritating to respiratory system S-phrase(s) 26-36/37/39-45 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with  plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). 

Other hazards 

 None known.

3. Composition / information on ingredients 

Formula : HCl 

CAS No. : 7647-01-0 

EC No. : 231-595-7 

Molar mass: 36.46 g/mol 

Hazardous components (1999/45/EC) 

Chemical Name (concentration) 

CAS No. EC No. Classification 

Hydrochloric Acid (32 %) 

7647-01-0 231-595-7 C; R34 

 Xi; R37 

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16. 

4. First aid measures 

Skin contact : wash off with plenty of water. Immediately remove contaminated clothing.  Call a physician immediately. 

After contact with eyes: rinse with plenty of water keeping eyelids open, protecting the  unaffected eye (at least 10 minutes). Seek medical advice immediately!.  After swallowing : make victim drink water, avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralize 

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Irritation and corrosion,  irritant effects, Cough, Shortness of breath, Circulatory collapse Risk of blindness!. 

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: No information  available 5. Fire-fighting measures 

Extinguishing media 

Suitable extinguishing media: use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local  circumstances and the surrounding environment. 

Unsuitable extinguishing media: For this substance/mixture no limitations of  extinguishing agents are given 

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture 

No combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.  

Fire may cause evolution of : Hydrogen chloride gas.  

Advice for fire fighters 

Special protective equipment for fire fighters : stay in danger area only with self  contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by  wearing protective clothing. 

6. Accidental release measures 

Personal precaution, protective equipment and emergency procedures.  Advice for non emergency personnel: Avoid substance contact. Do not breath vapours,  aerosols. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency  procedures, consult an expert. 

Environmental precautions 

 Do not empty into drains 

Methods cleaning up 

 Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills 

 Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7.2 and 10.5) 

 Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.  

Reference to the other sections 

 Indication about waste treatment see section 13. 

7. Handling and storage 

Precaution for safe handling 

Use of personal protective equipment. 

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities 

Requirements for storage areas and containers 

No metal containers

Tightly closed. 

Storage temperature: ambient or room temperature 

Specific end uses. 

 Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection 

Control parameters 

Exposure controls 

Engineering measures 

Technical measures and appropriate working operations should be given priority over the  use of personal protective equipment 

 Individual protection measures 

Protective cloting needs to be selected specifically for the workplace, depending on  concentration and quantities of the hazardous subtances handled. The chemical  resistance of the protective equipment should be enquired at the respective supplier. 

Hygiene measures 

Immediately change contaminated clothing.Apply preventive skin protection.Wash hand  and face after working with subtance. 

Eye / face protection 

Tightly fitting safety goggles 

Hand protection 

full contact : 

Glove material : Nitrile rubber 

Glove thickness : 0.11 mm 

Break through time : > 480 min 

splash contact : 

Glove material : Natural latex 

Glove thickness : 0.6 mm 

Break through time : > 120 min 

The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of EC Directive  89/686/EEC and the related standard EN374. 

Other protective equipment: 

Acid-resistant protective clothing 

Respiratory protection 

Respirator with an acid gas cartridge 

Environmental exposure controls 

Do not empty into drains. 

9. Physical and chemical properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties 

 Form liquid 

 Colour colourless to yellowish 

 Odour stinging 

 pH(20oC) < 1 

 Solidification point ca. 50 °C 

 Melting point -40 °C 

 Boiling point 84 °C 

 Flash point Not applicable 

 Evaporation rate No information available. 

 Flammability (solid,gas) No information available. 

 Lower explosion limit Not applicable 

 Upper explosion limit Not applicable 

 Vapour pressure 21,3 hPa at 20 °C 

 Relative vapour density No information available. 

 Relative density 1,16 g/cm3 at 20 °C 

 Water solubility soluble at 20 °C 

 Partition coefficient: n- No information available. 

 Octanol/water  

 Decomposition temperature No information available. 

 Viscosity, dynamic 1,9 mPa.s at 15 °C 

 Explosive properties No information available 

 Oxidizing properties No information available 

Other data 

 Igniton temperature Not applicable 

 Corrosion Corrosive to metals. 

10. Stability and reactivity 

Reactivity 

Dangerous reactions are not expected handling the product according to its intented use. 

Chemical stability 

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature). 

Possibility of hazardous reactions 

 Alkali metals, concentrated Sulfuric acid 

Exothermic reaction with: 

Amines, potassium permanganate, salts of oxyhalogenic acids, semimetallic oxides,  semimetallic hydrogen compounds, Aldehydes, vinylmethyl ether 

Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: 

Carbides, lithium silicide, Fluorine, Aluminium, hydrides, formaldehyde, Metals, strong  alkalis, Sulphides 

Conditions to avoid 

 Heat 

Incompatible materials

 Metals, metal alloys. Gives off hydrogen by reaction with metals 

Hazardous decomposition products 

In the event of fire, see chapter 5. 

11. Toxicological information 

Information on toxicological effects 

Acute oral toxicity 

Symptoms : If ingested, severe burns of the mouth and throat, as well as a danger of  perforation of the oesophagus and the stomach. 

Acute inhalation toxicity 

LC50 rat 

Dose 3124 ppm, 1 h 

(calculated on the pure substance) (RTECS) 

Symptoms: mucosal irritations, Cough, Shortness of breath 

Skin irritation 

Cause skin burns. 

Causes burns. 

Eye irritation 

Causes skin burns. 

Risk of serious damage to eyes. 

Risk of blindness! 

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure 

May cause respiratory irritation. 

Specific target organ – repeated exposure 

The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, repeated  exposure. 

Aspiration hazard 

No aspiration toxicity classification. 

Further information 

 Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. 

12. Ecological information 

Toxicity 

 No information available 

Persistence and degradability 

 No information available

Bioaccumulative potential 

 No information available 

Mobility in soil 

 No information available 

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment 

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not  conducted. 

Other adverse effects. 

Additional ecological information 

We have no quantitative data concerning the ecological effects of this product.  Biological effects: 

Form corrosive mixtures with water even if diluted. 

Further information on ecology : Do not allow to run into surface waters, wastewater, or  soil. 

13. Disposal considerations 

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate  and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product  may change the waste management options. 

14. Transport information 

ADR/RID 

UN 1789 HYDROCHLORIC ACID , 8, II 

IATA 

UN 1789 HYDROCHLORIC ACID, 8, II 

IMDG 

UN 1789 HYDROCHLORIC ACID, 8, II  

EmS F-A S-B 

The transport regulations are cited according to international regulations. Possible  national deviations in other countries are not considered. 

15. Regulatory information 

Safety, health and environmental regulation/legislation specific for the substance or  mixture 

EU regulations 

Major accident hazard 96/82/EC 

Legislation Directive 96/82/EC does not apply 

Occupational restrictions Take note of Dir 94/33/EC on the protection of young people  at work.

 16. Other information 

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3. 

H290 may be corrosive to metals 

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. 

H335 May cause respiratory irritation. 

Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3. 

R34 Causes burns. 

R37 Irritating to respiratory system. 

Training advice 

Provide adequate information, instruction and training for operators. 

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The information accumulated here in is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be  whether originating with the company or not. 

Health and safety data sheet should be used only as a guide to the safe handling of the  product, and is not intended as a technical specification. 

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