First Aid

Eye Contact - The eyes should be immediately flushed with large amounts of water continuously for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. It is necessary to hold the eyelids apart while flushing to ensure complete irrigation of the eye. Washing eyes within several seconds is essential to achieve maximum effectiveness. A delay of a few moments or incomplete washing can result in partial or permanent blindness. Never attempt to neutralize hydrochloric acid in the eyes with chemicals. Do not apply oils or ointments unless specifically prescribed by a physician.

Skin Contact - Flush the area of contact with large amounts of water. Contaminated clothing should be removed while underneath a safety shower. Get immediate medical attention. Do not attempt to neutralize the acid with alkaline solutions. No oils or ointments should be applied unless specified by a physician.

Inhalation – Remove individual to fresh air and get immediate medical attention. In cases of severe exposure, humidified oxygen should be administered by someone medically trained to administer oxygen. If respiration or pulse has stopped, have a trained person administer Basic Life Support (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and/or Automatic External Defibrillator) and CALL FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES IMMEDIATELY.

Ingestion - Get immediate medical attention. If individual is a fully conscious, give large amount of water. Do not use sodium bicarbonate in an attempt to neutralize the acid. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.