Skin : Can cause burns, possibly severe. Additional effects may include blisters and sores Eyes : Can cause irritation or burns Inhalation : may be harmful if inhaled. May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and mucous membrances Ingestion : May be harmful if swallowed
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact : Immediate flush eyes with large amount of water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. Skin Contact : Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Flush affected area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Use soap if available. Get medical attention Inhalation : Remove form exposure.seek medical treatment if any symptoms occur. Ingestion : If person is conscious rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless detected to do so by a physician. Get immediate medical attention.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash point and Method : N/A Extinguishing Media : N/A Special Fire Fighting Procedures : If fumes are present. Wear as OSHA/NIOSH approved full- face respirator with an acid gas cartridge or a self- PAGE 1 OF 4 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET contained breathing apparatus. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Emits toxic and corrosive fumes under fire conditions.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill : If directed to an industrial sewer, wash down with large volumes of water. Spills can be neutralized and absorbed with soda ash or lime, but neutralization will release carbon dioxide, which can generate a breathing hazard Large Spill : Collect and place in an approved, labeled waste container. Do not allow to enter into sewers or waterways.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling : Ensure that all containers are labeled in accordance with OSHA regulations. Treat as dilute acid. Avoid contact with metel as product will slowly corrode iron, brass, copper, aluminium and mild steel. Avoid skin and eye contact. Wear appropriate protective clothing. Hydrochloric acid vapor may accumulate in storage containers. Storage : Store in a cool, dry area. Keep containers upright and tightly closed. Protect containers from physical damage.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limit Method : N/A Respiratory Protection : Not required for properly ventilated areas Eye Protection : Safety glasses or glasses or full face shield Exhaust Required : No special ventilation is recommended Protective Gloves : Wear some kind of gloves. Special Protective Clothing : Wear clothing suitable to prevent skin contact.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Colorless to hazy of clear yellow Odor : Odorless Solubility in water : Complete pH @20Oc) : <1.00 Boiling Point (oC) : >110 Melting Point : N/A Evaporation Rate (Buty1acetate=1) : N/A Vapor Pressure (mm hg @ oC) : N/A Specific Gravity PAGE 2 OF 4 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ( Water= 1) : 1.122 Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A Water Reactivity : N/A
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Product degrades ate elevated temperatures Avoid temperatures above 45oC. Hazardous Polymerization : Will not occur Hazardour Decompostion products : may decompose to hydrochloric acid and Chlorine ate elevated tempureture. Condition to Avoid : May react with some metels(Aluminium, zinc, tin, etc) to release flammable hydrogen gas.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
N/A
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
N/A
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Dot Ground : Proper Shipping Name: Consumer Commodity Hazard Class: ORM-D DOT Air: Qualified for small Quantity Exception: when packaged as per 49CFR173.4 IMDG Qualifies for Limited Quantity Exception Proper Shipping Name: Aluminium Chloride Solution Hazard Class: 8 ID#UN2581 Packaging Group III EmS # F-A, S-B IATA Qualifies for dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities ID# UN2581
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
PAGE 3 OF 4 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH REL NIOSH TWA STEL TWA STEL TWA STEL TWA STEL 2mg/m3 None None None None None None None as AI
This product does not contain any toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirments of SARA Section 313
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However , No warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. In no event will the manufacture of the distributor be responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information . General properties are to be regarded as guidelines and are not guaranteed for all samples