Material Safety Data Sheet
Hydrogen Iodide
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: Hydrogen Iodide
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: anhydrous hydriodic acid; hydriodic acid (dot); hydrogen iodide; hydrogen iodide solution
Synonym
(dot)
: Other non specified industry: PREPARATION OF IODINE SALTS; ORGANIC
Material uses
PREPARATIONS; ANALYTICAL REAGENT; DISINFECTANT; PHARMACEUTICALS.
: 001106
MSDS#
Date of : 6/8/2007.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Liquid.
Physical state
: Danger!
Emergency overview
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN BURNS.
HARMFUL IF INHALED.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: MUCOUS MEMBRANES,
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Keep container
closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
: Dermal contact. Eye contact.
Routes of entry
Potential acute health effects
Corrosive to eyes.
Eyes :
Corrosive to the skin.
Skin :
Toxic by inhalation. Corrosive to the respiratory system.
Inhalation :
May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Potential chronic health :
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce
respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
United States
Exposure limits
hydriodic acid 10034-85-2 100
Section 4. First aid measures
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention immediately.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
Skin contact
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
Inhalation
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Hydrogen Iodide
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammability of the product : Non-flammable.
: These products are halogenated compounds.
Products of combustion
: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Fire fighting media and
instructions
No specific hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use
Personal precautions
suitable protective equipment (Section 8).
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add
Methods for cleaning up
absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) scoop up
material and place in a sealed, liquid-proof container for disposal. For large spills dike
spilled material or otherwise contain material to ensure runoff does not reach a
waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for disposal.
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Keep container closed. Use only with
Handling
adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling.
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
Engineering controls
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure
that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary.
Personal protection in case : Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective
of a large spill
clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Product name Exposure limits
United States
hydriodic acid
Hydrogen Iodide
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Liquid.
Physical state :
Yellow or brown.
Color :
Acrid.
Odor :
127.9 g/mole
Molecular weight :
HI
Molecular formula :
126.85掳C (260.3掳F)
Boiling/condensation point :
4.5 (Water = 1)
Specific gravity :
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Highly reactive with metals, moisture.
substances
Hazardous decomposition : These products are halogenated compounds.
products
Section 11. Toxicological information
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
hydriodic acid LC50 2860 ppm (1 Inhalation Rat
hour(s))
Chronic effects on humans : Causes damage to the following organs: mucous membranes, digestive system, upper
respiratory tract, skin, eye, lens or cornea.
: Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation
Other toxic effects on
(lung corrosive).
humans
Specific effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
: These products are halogenated compounds.
Products of degradation
: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal considerations
: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid
Waste disposal
dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times
comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN2197 Hydrogen Iodide, 8 II Limited
anhydrous quantity
CORROSIVE
Yes.
8
Packaging
instruction
INHALATION
HAZARD
Passenger
2
Hydrogen Iodide
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 1 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 30 L
Special
provisions
A3, A6, B2,
IB2, N41, T7,
TP2
TDG Classification UN2197 Hydrogen Iodide, 8 III Explosive
anhydrous Limit and
Limited
8
Quantity
Index
1
2
Passenger
Carrying
Road or Rail
Index
1
UN2197 Hydrogen Iodide, 8 II
Mexico Limited
anhydrous
Classification quantity
CORROSIVE
Yes.
8
Packaging
instruction
INHALATION
HAZARD
Passenger
2
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 1 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 30 L
Special
provisions
A3, A6, B2,
IB2, N41, T7,
TP2
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: Toxic material
HCS Classification
Corrosive material
Target organ effects
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: hydriodic acid
U.S. Federal regulations
Hydrogen Iodide
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: hydriodic acid
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: hydriodic
acid: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
: Pennsylvania RTK: hydriodic acid: (generic environmental hazard)
State regulations
Massachusetts RTK: hydriodic acid
New Jersey: hydriodic acid
Canada
: Class E: Corrosive liquid.
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: hydriodic acid
Section 16. Other information
: CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN BURNS.
Label Requirements
HARMFUL IF INHALED.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: MUCOUS MEMBRANES,
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
*3
Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.) 0
Fire hazard
0
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
3 0
Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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