Safety Data Sheet - Hydrofluoric Acid

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Hydrofluoric Acid

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL2463

CAS Number 7664-39-3

EC Number 231-634-8

EC Index Number 009-001-00-0

Grade 40% for glass etching

HSN Code 28111100

Molecular Formula HF

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Hydrofluoric Acid

Catalogue No. AL2463

Product form Substance

CAS Number 7664-39-3

EC Number 231-634-8

Grade 40% for glass etching

EC Index Number 009-001-00-0

Chemical Formula HF

HSN Code 28111100

Synonyms HF, Fluorhydric acid

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Used in glass etching and as a reagent in chemical synthesis.

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 2; Acute Tox. 1; Skin Corr. 1A

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 14917 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Corrosive, Acute Toxic

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H300: Fatal if swallowed; H310: Fatal in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H330: Fatal if inhaled

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Corrosive to metals; may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Hydrofluoric Acid

CAS No. 7664-39-3

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after skin contact Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after eye contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Burning sensation, redness, and pain on contact; systemic effects may include hypocalcemia.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Hydrogen fluoride.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and neutralize with calcium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Ventilation. Remove vapour with fine water spray.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use only in a fume hood. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and face shield.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Cool. Well closed. Fireproof if in building. Ventilation along the floor. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. See Chemical Dangers.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless

Odour Strong, irritating odor

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value < 1

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point -83.57 °C

Freezing point Not specified

Boiling point 19.51 °C; 2.5 °C at 400 mm Hg; -13.2 °C at 200 mm Hg; -28.2 °C at 100 mm Hg;

Flash point Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable

Vapour pressure 150 mmHg at 77 °F (partial pressure for 70% solution) (ICSC, 2024)

Relative vapour density at 20°C 1.27 (Air = 1) at 34 °C

Density 1.002 at 0 °C/4 °C

Solubility Miscible with water

Log Pow 0.23 (estimated)

Viscosity, kinematic Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic Not specified

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts violently with bases and metals, releasing flammable hydrogen gas.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions The substance is a weak acid. Reacts violently with many compounds. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Alkalis, metals, and strong oxidizers.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomp it emits highly corrosive fumes of hydrogen fluoride.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LC50 Rat inhalation 996 ppm/1 hr; LC50 Mouse inhalation 342 ppm/1 hr; LC50 Monkey inhalation 1774 ppm/1 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1790

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1790

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1790

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1790

UN-No. (RID) UN 1790

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Hydrofluoric Acid

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Hydrofluoric Acid

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Hydrofluoric Acid

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Hydrofluoric Acid

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Hydrofluoric Acid

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 8 (6.1)

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) II

Packing group (IMDG) II

Packing group (IATA) II

Packing group (ADN) II

Packing group (RID) II

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

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

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.