SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 13/NOV/2005
Date Updated: 21/MAY/2004
Version 1.5
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name HYDROCHLORIC ACID STANDARD SOLUTION,
0.1N SOLUTION IN WATER
Product Number 318965
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty. Ltd.
12 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555 (1800 800 097)
Fax +61 2 9841 0500 (1800 800 096)
Emergency Phone # +44 8701906777 (1800 448 465)
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
HYDROCHLORIC ACID SOLUTION, 7647-01-0 231-595-7 None
>0.0365% - <1%
Ingredient Name Percent CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
WATER >= 95 7732-18-5 231-791-2 None
< 99.8
HYDROCHLORIC ACID >=25% >= 0.2 7647-01-0 231-595-7 017-002-01-X
<5
Symbols: C
R-Phrases: 34-37
Causes burns. Irritating to respiratory system.
Formula HCL
Molecular Weight 36.46 AMU
Synonyms Acide chlorhydrique (French) * Acido cloridrico
(Italian) * Anhydrous hydrochloric acid *
Chloorwaterstof (Dutch) * Chlorohydric acid *
Chlorowodor (Polish) * Chlorwasserstoff (German)
* Hydrochloride * Hydrogen chloride (ACGIH:OSHA)
* Muriatic acid * Spirits of salt
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe vapor. Do not get
in eyes, on skin, on clothing.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: May develop pressure. Open carefully.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Discard contaminated shoes. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Country Source Type Value
Poland NDS 5
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Poland NDSCh 10
Poland NDSP -
EXPOSURE LIMITS - EUROPEAN UNION
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 8 mg/m3
5 ppm
EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 7 mg/m3
5 ppm
Remarks: L
EXPOSURE LIMITS - GERMANY
Source Type Value
TRGS 900 OEL 8 mg/m3
Remarks: =1=
Remarks: Y
EXPOSURE LIMITS - NORWAY
Source Type Value
OEL 7 mg/m3
5 ppm
Remarks: T
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWEDEN
Source Type Value
CLV (Ceili8 mg/m3
5 ppm
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWITZERLAND
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 7.5 mg/m3
5 ppm
Remarks: C
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 2 mg/m3
1 ppm
OEL STEL 8 mg/m3
5 ppm
Remarks: Indicative limit value
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Liquid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range N/A
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
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Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Aluminum Copper, Copper alloys, Alkali metals,
Amines, Bases.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride gas.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: MW4025000
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
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UN#: 1789
Class: 8
PG: III
Proper Shipping Name: Hydrochloric acid
IMDG
UN#: 1789
Class: 8
PG: III
Proper Shipping Name: Hydrochloric acid
Marine Pollutant: No
Severe Marine Pollutant: No
IATA
UN#: 1789
Class: 8
PG: III
Proper Shipping Name: Hydrochloric acid
Inhalation Packing Group I: No
15 - Regulatory Information
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: 2
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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