Molecular Formula: HCl
• Muriatic acid
Synonyms: • Hydronium chloride / hydrogen chloride
• Chlorhydric Acid
CAS Number: 7647-01-0
Molecular Weight: 36,458 g/mol
Description:
Hydrochloric acid is a colourless solution with a distinctive pungent smell. It is classified as a strong acid. It is a component of the gastric acid in the digestive systems of most animal species, including humans. Hydrochloric acid is an important laboratory reagent and industrial chemical.
Safety:
Hazard statements:
May be corrosive to metals.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Causes serious eye damage.
May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
Keep only in original container.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/mist/vapors/spray.
Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. Shower
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