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ALDEN LEEDS, INC. PRODUCT CODE # 4010 MATERIAL
55 JACOBUS AVE. PRODUCT NAME: MURIATIC ACID SAFETY DATA
SO. KEARNY, NJ 07032 SHEET
(973) 589-3544 11/25/97
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SECTION I - IDENTIFICATION
CHEMICAL NAME & SYNONYMS: Hydrochloric Acid
FORMULA: HCl
TRADE NAME: Muriatic Acid
DESCRIPTION: Colorless to pale yellow liquid with pungent, suffocating odor.
CAS NO. 7647-01-0
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SECTION II - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point:100C Melting Point: N/A
Vapor Pressure: 25 mm/hg Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.160
% Volatile by Volume: N/A Vapor Density: N/A
Solubility in water: Complete Evaporation Rate: N/A
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SECTION III - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
MATERIAL CAS NO. CONTENT HAZARD DATA
Hydrochloric Acid 7647-01-025.00 +/- 0.5% Corrosive
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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Flash Point: N/A Autoignition Temp: N/A
Flammable Limits in Air % By Volume: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: May produce hazardous fumes or hazardous decomposition
products.
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SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
Inhalation: May cause irritation to respiratory tract.
Skin: Causes sever irritation or burns.
Eye: May cause sever irritation or burns.
Ingestion: May cause mouth, throat or gastrointestinal irritation.
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SECTION VI - EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURE
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Consult a physician.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing , flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
EYE: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Immediately consult a physician.
INGESTION: Give large amounts of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Consult a physician.
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SECTION VII - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Base.
Hazardous Decomposition: N/A
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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CHEMICAL NAME: TRADE NAME: Muriatic Acid
Hydrochloric Acid
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SECTION VIII - SPILL, LEAKAGE & DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Steps to take if material leaks or spills: Using recommended protective equipment, carefully add
lime or sodium carbonate to neutralize acid. If large spill, first dike to contain. Pick up and put residue
into container for disposal. Flush area with water. Collect for disposal or sewer.
Waste disposal method: This product, if disposed as shipped, meets EPA criteria of a hazardous
waste as specified in 40 CFR 261 on the basis of its corrosivity. Dispose of in licensed hazardous
waste facility in accordance with all Federal, State and Local regulations.
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SECTION IX - SPECIAL PROTECTION DATA
Ventilation: Local exhaust.
Eye Protection: Use chemical goggles and full face shield.
Respiratory Protection: Use a respirator with acid gas cartridge.
Protective Gloves: Use chemical resistant gloves.
Other Equipment: Wear full chemical suit and boots. Eye wash fountain should be near work area.
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SECTION X - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS DATA
Handling and Storage: DO NOT HANDLE OR USE THIS PRODUCT UNTIL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS RECOMMENDED IN THIS DATA SHEET HAVE BEEN READ AND FULLY
UNDERSTOOD.
Other: None.
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SECTION XI - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Proper Shipping Name: Hydrochloric Acid, Solution, 8, UN 1789, PGII. For all transportation
accidents, call CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300.
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The information herein is given in good faith but no warranty, expressed or implied, is made.
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ALDEN LEEDS, INC.
55 JACOBUS AVE. SO. KEARNY, NJ 07032
24 HOUR EMERGENCY PHONE: CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
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