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Material Safety Data Sheet

Hydrochloric Acid 37% Solution

ACC# 11155
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

MSDS Name: Hydrochloric Acid 37% Solution

Catalog Numbers: S71942, S71943, S74853, S74853SC, S80038, A142-212, A142P-20,
A144-212, A144-500, A144-500LB, A144-612GAL, A144C-212, A144C-212EA, A144FP-500,
A144P-20, A144P-500, A144S-212, A144S-212EA, A144S-500, A144SI-212, A466-1, A466-2,
A466-250, A466-2LC, A466-500, A481-212, A481-212LC, A485-212, A485SAM1, A485SAM2,
A485SAM3, A508-212, A508-212003, A508-212LC, A508-500, A5084, A508SK212, NC9532181,
S71942SCMF, S71942SCND, S71943ND
Synonyms: Muriatic acid; Chlorohydric acid; Hydrogen chloride; Spirits of salt
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS

7647-01-0 Hydrogen chloride 36-38 231-595-7
7732-18-5 Water 62-64 231-791-2

Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: colorless to slight yellow. Danger! Corrosive. Causes eye and skin burns. May
cause severe respiratory tract irritation with possible burns. May cause severe digestive tract
irritation with possible burns. May cause fetal effects based upon animal studies. Possible
sensitizer. May be harmful if swallowed. Hygroscopic.
Target Organs: Teeth, circulatory system.

Potential Health Effects

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.

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Skin: May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. May cause skin sensitization, an
allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. Contact with liquid
is corrosive and causes severe burns and ulceration.
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. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing,
shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Exposure to the mist and vapor may erode exposed teeth. Causes corrosive action on the
mucous membranes.
Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Repeated exposure may
cause erosion of teeth. May cause fetal effects. Laboratory experiments have resulted in
mutagenic effects. Prolonged exposure may cause conjunctivitis, photosensitization, and
possible blindness.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Eyes: Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive
irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes). SPEEDY ACTION IS CRITICAL!
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or
water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has
ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag
and a mask.
Notes to Physician: Do NOT use sodium bicarbonate in an attempt to neutralize the acid.
Antidote: Do NOT use oils or ointments in eye.

Section 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. Water runoff can
cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. During a fire, irritating
and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Not
flammable, but reacts with most metals to form flammable hydrogen gas. Use water spray to
keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the
ground and collect in low or confined areas. Reaction with water may generate much heat which
will increase the concentration of fumes in the air. Containers may explode when heated.
Extinguishing Media: For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. Do
NOT get water inside containers. Do NOT use straight streams of water. Most foams will react
with the material and release corrosive/toxic gases. Cool containers with flooding quantities of
water until well after fire is out. For small fires, use carbon dioxide (except for cyanides), dry
chemical, dry sand, and alcohol-resistant foam.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

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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.
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills
immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of
ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers. A vapor suppressing foam may
be used to reduce vapors. Cover with dry earth, dry sand, or other non-combustible material
followed with plastic sheet to minimize spreading and contact with water.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before
reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Contents may develop pressure upon prolonged
storage. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Discard contaminated shoes. Use caution
when opening. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
Storage: Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. Do not store in metal
containers. Store protected from moisture. Do not store near flammable or oxidizing substances
(especially nitric acid or chlorates).

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an
eyewash facility and a safety shower. 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
Hydrogen chloride C 5 ppm 50 ppm IDLH C 5 ppm; C 7 mg/m3
Water none listed none listed none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Hydrogen chloride: C 5 ppm; C 7 mg/m3 Water: 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 neoprene or polyvinyl chloride gloves to prevent exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR §1910.134 and ANSI
Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Clear liquid

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Appearance: colorless to slight yellow

Odor: strong, pungent
pH: 0.01
Vapor Pressure: 5.7 mm Hg @ 0 deg C
Vapor Density: 1.26
Evaporation Rate:> 1.00 (N-butyl acetate)
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 81.5-110 deg C @ 760 mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point:-74 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 0; Reactivity: 1
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
Solubility: Miscible.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.0-1.2
Molecular Formula:HCl.H2O
Molecular Weight:36.46

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Conditions to Avoid: Mechanical shock, incompatible materials, metals, excess heat, exposure
to moist air or water, bases.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Bases, acetic anhydride, alkali metals, aluminum,
amines, copper, copper alloys, fluorine, iron, sodium hydroxide, steel, sulfuric acid, vinyl
acetate, zinc, potassium permanganate, cesium acetylene carbide, rubidium acetylene carbide,
rubidium carbide, sodium, chlorosulfonic acid, oleum, carbonates, perchloric acid, calcium
phosphide, metal oxides, acetates, cesium carbide, beta-propiolactone, ethyleneimine,
propylene oxide, lithium silicides, alcohols + hydrogen cyanide, 2-aminoethanol, ammonium
hydroxide, calcium carbide, 1,1-difluoroethylene, ethylene diamine, magnesium boride,
mercuric sulfate, silver perchlorate + carbon tetrachloride, uranium phosphide.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 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;

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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7647-01-0:
IARC: Group 3 carcinogen CAS# 7732-18-5: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology: Experimental reproductive effects have been reported.
Teratogenicity: Embryo or Fetus: Stunted fetus, Inhalation, rat TCL0=450 mg/m3/1H Specific
Developmental Abnormalities: homeostatis, Inhalation, rat TCL0=450 mg/m3/1H (female 1
days pre-mating).
Reproductive Effects: No information available.
Neurotoxicity: No information available.
Mutagenicity: Cytogenetic analysis: Hamster, lung = 30 mmol/L.; Cytogenetic analysis:
Hamster, ovary = 8 mmol/L.
Other Studies: No data available.

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 3.6 mg/L; 48Hr; Lethal (unspecified) Bluegill/Sunfish:

LC50; 96 Hr; pH 3.0-3.5 No data available.
Environmental: Rapidly hydrolyzes when exposed to water. Will exhibit extensive evaporation
from soil surfaces. Upon transport through the soil, hydrochloric acid will dissolve some of the
soil materials (especially those with carbonate bases) and the acid will neutralize to some
degree.
Physical: No information available.
Other: No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a

hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR
Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste
regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT IATA RID/ADR IMO Canada TDG

Shipping HYDROCHLORIC HYDROCHLORIC
Name: ACID ACID
Hazard Class: 8 8(9.2)
UN Number: UN1789 UN1789
Packing Group: II II

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

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TSCA
CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA

Section 302 (RQ)

CAS# 7647-01-0: final RQ = 5000 pounds (2270 kg)
Section 302 (TPQ)
CAS# 7647-01-0: TPQ = 500 pounds; RQ = 5000 pounds (does not meet toxi city criteria but
because of high production volume and recognized tox icity is considered a chemical of concern)
SARA Codes
CAS # 7647-01-0: acute.
Section 313
This material contains Hydrogen chloride (CAS# 7647-01-0, 36 38%),which is subject to the
reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed as a hazardous air pollutant (HAP). This material does not contain any
Class 1 Ozone depletors. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA. None of the chemicals in
this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
CAS# 7647-01-0 is considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 7647-01-0 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
C
Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.

Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 7647-01-0: 1

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CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.

Canada
CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.

This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A, E.

CAS# 7647-01-0 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7647-01-0: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-AUSTRIA:TWA 5
ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-BELGIUM:STEL 5 ppm (7.7 mg/m3) OEL-DENMARK:STEL 5
ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-FINLAND:STEL 5 ppm (7 mg/m3);Skin OEL-FRANCE:STEL
5 ppm (7.5 mg/m3) OEL-GERMANY:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-HUNGARY:STEL
5 mg/m3 OEL-JAPAN:STEL 5 ppm (7.5 mg/m3) OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 5 p
pm (7 mg/m3) OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-POLAND:TWA
5 mg/m3 OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 5 ppm (5 mg/m3) OEL-SWEDEN:STEL 5 ppm (8 mg/
m3) OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 5 ppm (7.5 mg/m3);STEL 10 ppm (15 mg/m3) OEL
-THAILAND:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-TURKEY:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL-UNI
TED KINGDOM:TWA 5 ppm (7 mg/m3);STEL 5 ppm (7 mg/m3) OEL IN BULGARIA,
COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPOR
E, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 7/06/1999

Revision #2 Date: 8/02/2000
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