Chemical Name

Concentration

CAS Number

EC Number

R Phrases*

Symbols

Chlorous Acid

20-40

7647-01-0

 231-595-7    

34, 37

C

Corrosion Inhibitor

5-10

NA 

 NA

NA 

Odour

Strong smell of hydrogen chloride

Appearance

Liquid, pale yellow, soluble in water

Contact with eyes

Can cause damage to the eyes

Contact with skin

Prolonged skin or eye contact may cause chemical burns

Inhalation

Causes  severe  irritation,  May  cause  breathing  difficulty

Ingestion

Not regarded as a potential route of exposure.,Causes burning sensation  

Contact with skin

Remove contaminated clothing immediately and drench affected skin with plenty of water. Then wash with soap and water When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Contaminated clothing should be laundered before reuse 

Contact with eyes
 

If substance has got into eyes, immediately wash out with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Irrigate eyes thoroughly whilst lifting eyelids Seek. immediate medical attention. Continue flushing with water until medical help arrives. 

Ingestion

Never make an unconscious person vomit or drink fluids Give plenty of water to drink Do not induce vomiting Seek immediate medical attention 

Inhalation

Remove patient to fresh air Keep warm and at rest, in a half upright position. Loosen clothing. When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

General

In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) (S45).

Personal Precautions

Wear protective clothing as per section 8 Vapours are heavier than air and may travel considerable distances to a source of ignition and flashback. 

Environmental Precautions

Do not allow to enter public sewers and watercourses.

Immediate Actions

Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination (S57).

Clean Up Actions

Absorb spillage in inert material and shovel up Ventilate the area and wash spill site after material pick-up is complete. 

Special Precautions

Wear protective clothing as per section 8 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets (S61) Vapours are heavier than air and may travel considerable distances to a source of ignition and flashback.

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes (S24/25).Do not breathe vapour/fumes (S23).Eyewash bottles should be available.Wear protective clothing as per section 8.Ensure adequate ventilation.In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture (R18).

Storage

Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place (S3/9/49). Keep in acid store.

Exposure Limits

TLV (TWA) 20 ppm, 122 mg/m3 (1,2-Dichlorobenzene).

Exposure controls

The undiluted product must not be used in a confined space without good ventilation.

Occupational exposure  controls

Wear approved respirator if exposure likely to exceed MEL/OES  Wear goggles giving complete eye protection Wear suitable protective clothing, including eye/face protection and gloves (neoprene or nitrile  are recommended).

Odour

Strong smell of hydrogen chloride

Appearance

Liquid, pale yellow, Soluble in water

PH

<1.5 at 100 % concentration

Boiling point

~ 100 °C at 760 mm /Hg

Vapour pressure

105.5 at 20 deg C

Vapour density (air = 1)

1.26

Freezing point~

30 °C at 760 mm/Hg

Completely soluble in water

Specific gravity (water=1)

1.16

Non combustible 

Contact with skin

In cases of severe exposure, redness and irritation may develop 

Contact with eyes

Causes irritation

Ingestion

May cause gastro-intestinal disturbances

Carcinogenicity

No evidence of carcinogenic effects

Ecotoxicity

This product does not contain ingredients which are classified in the EU as dangerous for theenvironment. 

Mobility

Completely soluble in water .

Persistence and Biodegradability

Its main ingredients will either dissolve rapidly and dissociate in water or are readily/inherently  biodegradable.

Bioaccumulation Potential

Bioaccumulation of the components in this product is insignificant. Other Adverse Effects No environmental problems are expected when the product is used / handled correctly. 

Classification 
 

This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste EU Waste class Disposal considerations Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to anauthorised waste collection point Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation.

1789

Road/Rail(ADR/RID)

Hydrochloric acid, solution