product data sheet- hcl

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INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................3

TRADITIONAL APPLICATIONS..............................................................................................4

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................................5

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ...................................................................................................6

P R O D U C T P A C K A G I N G .........................................................................................6

DELIVERY OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID.................................................................................7DRIVERS INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCHARGE.............................................................................. 7OVERFLOW FROM BULK TANK.................................................................................................... 8

DISCHARGE OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID ..............................................................................9DISCHARGE DANGERS.................................................................................................................... 9LEAKS & SPRAYS.............................................................................................................................. 9

ACCESS FOR TANKERS ................................................................................................................... 9

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL LABELLING................................................................................10Hazardous Substances Act .................................................................................................................. 10

Safety Wall Charts .............................................................................................................................. 10

STORAGE INSTALLATIONS ................................................................................................11MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION................................................................................................ 11

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................... 11SITING................................................................................................................................................ 11

FUME ABSORPTION ....................................................................................................................... 11REQUIREMENTS OF BULK INSTALLATIONS ........................................................................... 12

Bulk Tank Requirements .................................................................................................................... 12

Spillage Area....................................................................................................................................... 12Bund Arrangement.............................................................................................................................. 13

SIZING OF TANKS ........................................................................................................................... 13

Stock Tank Capacity........................................................................................................................... 13

Foundations......................................................................................................................................... 13SAFETY EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................................................... 13

VENT AND OVERFLOW ARRANGEMENT ................................................................................. 14GASKETS........................................................................................................................................... 14LEVEL INDICATION ....................................................................................................................... 14

PROCESS PIPEWORK...................................................................................................................... 15

PUMPS................................................................................................................................................ 15VALVES............................................................................................................................................. 16

CLEANING OF BULK TANKS........................................................................................................ 16

HYDROCHLORID ACID FLANGE.........................................................................................17


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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES .................................................................................17

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES .................................................................................18CLEAN-UP METHODS..................................................................................................................... 18

NEUTRALISATION TABLE ...................................................................................................20

SAFE HANDLING OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID ....................................................................22PERSONAL PROTECTION .............................................................................................................. 22

Resistance of Protective Clothing....................................................................................................... 23

FIRST AID MEASURES.........................................................................................................24First Aid Comment: ............................................................................................................................ 24Product in Eye..................................................................................................................................... 24

Product on Skin................................................................................................................................... 24

Product Ingested.................................................................................................................................. 24

Product Inhaled ................................................................................................................................... 24Traumatic Shock ................................................................................................................................. 24

Signs of Shock .................................................................................................................................... 24

THE BOILING POINT OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID AT 101,3 kPa .........................................25

THE FREEZING POINT OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID............................................................26

THE VISCOSITY OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID.......................................................................27

SUMMARY .............................................................................................................................28


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INTRODUCTION

Hydrochloric acid is a colourless to slightly yellow solution of hydrogen chloride gas (30% m/m) inwater and is one of the most widely used chemicals throughout industry. It is used for themanufacture of other chemicals and pharmaceuticals, refining and processing of sugars, synthetic

rubber production, leather processing, pickling of metals, scale removing, metallurgical extractionprocessing and regeneration of cation resins.

Hydrochloric acid can be handled, transported and stored without creating an undue threat to man andthe environment, provided that suitable systems are implemented and the necessary precautionstaken.

This publication offers advice on systems, equipment and safety procedures to enable hydrochloricacid to be handled safely and with confidence.

Storage installations should be designed to suit individual requirements. Guidance is given on themost important items, but NCP Chlorchem welcomes the opportunity to discuss a customers needs indetail at an early stage.

In accordance with the policy of NCP Chlorchem, all bulk storage installations must be inspected priorto the first delivery. The inspection is to ensure that essential requirements are present, and shouldnot be interpreted as an approval of the installation by NCP Chlorchem. The suitability and safety ofthe installation is primarily the responsibility of the customer in terms of South African law.

Should you be contemplating modifying a system, or installation a new one, NCP Chlorchem will behappy to provide advice and assistance.


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TRADITIONAL APPLICATIONS

- Regeneration of cation exchange resins

- pH adjustment

- Chemical raw material

- Etching of mild steel

- Neutralising agent in chemical processes

- Descaling agent for boilers and activated carbon

- Extractant for mineralogical process


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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Technical Name and Description : Hydrochloric Acid Solution

Trade Name : Hydrochloric Acid

Chemicals Family : Inorganic Acid

Chemical Name : Hydrochloric Acid

Synonyms : Aqueous Hydrogen Chloride

Hydrogen Chloride

Muriatic Acid

Spirits of Salt

Hazard Classification

Group II Hazardous Substance Act No. 15 of 1973.

Class 8 Corrosives: SABS 0228 1990 The identification and classification of dangeroussubstances and goods.

Danger: Group II.

Labelling requirements: Corrosive.

Chemical Abstracts No.: 7647-01-0.

Miosh No.: MW 402500.

Hazchem Code: 2R

UN No.: 1789

Flash point: Not applicable.

USA TLV (TWA): 7mg/m3


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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Description Clear, very pale yellow solution of hydrogenchloride gas in water, which fumes in air.

Density g/cm3 at 20C 1,14 Min.

Hydrochloric Acid (HC) % m/m 30 Min.

Iron (Fe) Mg/ 15 Max.

P R O D U C T P A C K A G I N G

1. BULK ROAD TANKERS: Minimum quantity per delivery 10 ton.Maximum quantity per delivery 30 ton.


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DELIVERY OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID

NCP Chlorchem outsourced the transportation of Hydrochloric Acid to Tanker Services in 1999. Roadtanker or rail tanker makes deliveries of caustic soda lye. The tanker operator normally supervisesdischarge of product from road tankers. The responsibility of discharging product from a rail tankerrests with the customer. Customers should carefully consider the way that caustic will be received attheir facility. Personnel should be prepared to deal with abnormal situations.

UNLOADING EQUIPMENT

1) All road tankers are fitted with transfer pumps.

2) The maximum head is 10 m.

3) Heights greater than 10 m: the customer must provide a discharge pump.

Each tanker has two discharge outlets, i.e. one on either side. The rubber discharge hose isinterchangeable.

Each vehicle is equipped with 5 m of 50 cm bore flexible hose with a standard flange.

DRIVERS INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCHARGE

A typical set of instructions to the Tanker Services driver for discharge by transfer pump is indicatedbelow. In the interest of safety it is strongly advised that customers ensure that the responsibleperson follow these recommendations.

1. On arrival the driver will report to the customers responsible person.

2. The customers responsible person will indicate the filling point at which the discharge isrequired.

3. The driver will position his vehicle safely and apply the hand brake. If the vehicle is on a slope,chocks must be used.

4. The driver will connect the flexible hose to the filling point. These are flange-to-flangeconnections, all eight bolts and rubber gasket most be used.

5. The customers responsible person will sign the delivery note in the space provided to confirmthat:

a) The receiving installation is in order and can take the quantity to be delivered.

b) The tanker is connected to the correct inlet valve.

c) The receiving inlet valve is open and the consignment may now be discharged.

d) There are no inflammable vapours within the discharge area.

The customers responsible person must be available continuously during the discharge. Wewould recommend that the customers responsible person wear full protective clothing, but thatas a minimum requirement the responsible person concerned must wear goggles and rubbergloves during the discharge and subsequent operations. The driver will wear full protective


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clothing with which he is provided (full face protection, rubber gloves, jacket, trousers andrubber boots). As a safety precaution it is advisable that at all times during off-loading, water isrunning from a water hose adjacent to the unloading point.

6. The driver will open both outlet valve and the non-return valve on the tanker and start thepump. If the hydrochloric acid does not discharge the pump must be shut-off and the outletvalves closed before taking action.

7. At the end of the discharge the transfer pump must be switched off.

8. The driver will close the tankers outlet and non-return valve and the drain valve on theunloading point and the customer's responsible person will close the inlet valve.

9. The driver will place a suitable container provided by the customer beneath the drain valve onthe unloading point, and by opening this valve and raising the flexible hose, drain anyhydrochloric acid remaining into the container. The customers responsible person will thendispose of the drainings in a responsible manner.

10. The driver will close the tankers outlet and non-return valve and the drain valve on theunloading point and the customers representative will close the inlet valve.

11. The driver will then disconnect the flexible hose, replace the stoppers in the hose and returningit to its housing on the tanker and securing it. The drains should then be flushed clear withwater.

12. The driver will request a further signature from the customers responsible person, on the twodelivery notes to certify that the load has been received in a satisfactory condition. The driverwill then give one copy of the delivery note to the customers responsible person for retention.

OVERFLOW FROM BULK TANK

If during discharge, the stock tank being filled should overflow, the driver is responsible for the

immediate closing of the tanker outlet valve, and will then stop the transfer pump as soon as possible.


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DISCHARGE OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID

DISCHARGE DANGERS

A critical period for an acid spillage to occur is during the offloading procedure. Reasons for thisbeing:

1) Piping not correctly secured which may fail under pressure

2) Joint failure.

3) Gasket failure.

LEAKS & SPRAYS

A leak caused by flange failure is the more common type of leak.

Because the product is normally under pressure it sprays in all directions and is capable of covering alarge area.

Many injuries result from operators having to move into the danger area to switch off the controls. It istherefore important that all equipment be easily accessible and clear of potential leaks/sprays.

ACCESS FOR TANKERS

Vehicles are approximately:

15 m in length

3,3 m in height

2,25 m in width

1) Access for vehicles of this size should be kept clear at all times.

2) Adequate room to manoeuvre the tanker must be available.

3) An overhead clearance height of 4,5m is required.


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STORAGE INSTALLATIONS

MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION

1) Suitable Materials

Rubber-lined steel, fibre reinforced plastic (FRP), rigid PVC reinforced FRP, RFP lined steel,

HDPE/LLDPE rotary moulded are the most commonly used corrosion-resistant materials ofconstruction. Rubber, glass, plastic and ceramic are also resistant to corrosion.

(Suitable metals such as Hastelloy B may be used, but are not usually financial viable). Polymertanks are especially recommended for customers with a low off-take.

2) Unsuitable Materials

Very corrosive to metals (which will liberate highly flammable hydrogen or explosive mixtures ofhydrogen and air).

HANDLING PRECAUTIONSPrevent release of vapour or mist into the workplace air. Always ensure adequate ventilation inhandling areas. When diluting or preparing solutions, slowly add acid to water to avoid boiling orsplattering. Use the smallest possible amounts in designated areas with adequate ventilation. Haveemergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Label containers. Keepcontainers closed.

SITING

1. Fumes are emitted from HC bulk storage tanks during storage and during off-loading.

2. Fumes escaping during the offloading procedure are more serious.

3. Bulk storage tanks should be located in an isolated area away from buildings.

FUME ABSORPTION

Concentrated hydrochloric acid gives off fumes, which may result in an unacceptable environmentalproblem, particularly in humid weather conditions. Consideration should be given, therefore, to theinstallation of a fume scrubber in the stock tank vent system.

There are a number of proprietary fume scrubbers available on the market, which uses water as thescrubbing fluid. It is important that the specific purpose and required duty of the scrubber arediscussed in detail with the scrubber supplier.

If a fume scrubber is installed in the vent system, the scrubber should be designed so that abackpressure is not imposed on the stock tank. For efficient operation, an adequate water supply tothe scrubber must be available and this should be protected against freezing in winter.


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REQUIREMENTS OF BULK INSTALLATIONS

Storage installation should be designed to suit individual requirements.

Hydrochloric acid should be handled as a toxic and corrosive product.

Note: Any storage site requires the following parts to successfully handle and store hydrochloric acidsafely and deal with any hazards, which may arise.

1) Easy Access.

2) Bulk Tanks (clearly identified).

3) Spillage area.

4) Bund.

5) Shower and eye wash/bath

6) First aid equipment.

7) Water hose.

8) Respirators.

Bulk Tank Requirements

Minimum requirements:

1) Discharge Line.

2) Process Pipe work.

3) Level indicator.

4) Vent.

5) Overflow.

6) Drain outlets.

7) Tank manhole.

Spillage Area

Hydrochloric acid is extremely corrosive to concrete and tar. Concrete surfaces should be protectedwith an epoxy or similar surface coating. Storage vessels should be erected inside a bund, whichforms part of a spillage area.

Note: A bund is not a spillage area. Leaks, spills or sprays during off-loading must be contained.Product must not be allowed to spill into the drainage network.


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Bund Arrangement

Whenever possible, stock tanks should be located inside a bund wall. The bund should be capable tocontaining 110% of the capacity of the largest tank within the bund.

Chemicals that react together should not be stored within the same bund, e.g. sodium hypochlorite

and hydrochloric acid. The base of the bund should be concrete and sloped to one end where a sumpshould be located to collect rainwater, or in the event of a bulk tank overflow, the chemical. Somemeans should be provided for emptying the sump, i.e. small hand pump or a pipeline sealed into thebund with a valve on the outside.

SIZING OF TANKS

Stock Tank Capacity

1) The storage capacity of the bulk tank should be one weeks usage plus one normal delivery.

2) A minimum capacity of approximately 20 tons is recommended.

Foundations

1) Plastic tanks bedded on sand or seated on timber planks.

2) Steel or timber

3) Steel tanks to be elevated on frame or structures to allow inspection.

4) 3 Coats of Dulux Epoxy tar will protect steelwork.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

All bulk tank installations should be equipped with the following:

1) Safety showers.

2) Hose pipes.

3) Eye baths or bubble fountains.

4) Respirators.

5) Safety wall charts.

6) First aid equipment plus instructions.

Note:

a) Equipment must be correctly maintained.


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b) Personnel must be trained to operate the safety equipment.

c) Safety equipment must be visible from all points.

VENT AND OVERFLOW ARRANGEMENT

Bulk storage tanks should be adequately vented.

The design of the vent/overflow arrangement will depend upon the material of construction of the tankand the design of the tank.

General recommendations are:

a) Vertical rubber-lined carbon steel tanks, plus all types of plastic tanks, should have separate ventand overflow lines. A lowest point discharge line is recommended for complete drainage.

The overflow lines should be at least 100 mm diameter, and should be located on the side of thetank away from the inlet line. The overflow line should be extended down inside the bund and

arranged to cause the minimum amount of splashing. The overflow line should be luted if a ventscrubber is fitted to the tank.

The vent line must be at least 150 mm diameter, and located on the top of the tank away from theinlet line. As a minimum requirement, the vent line should point vertically upwards and be fittedwith a weather cowl, or be turned through 180.

There must be adequate disengagement space of at least 350 mm between the level of theoverflow line and the level of the vent.

b) Horizontal lined carbon steel tanks, designed to withstand a pressure of 2.1 bar gauge (30 psig) inaccordance with BS.5500: 1985, should have as a minimum requirement an 80 mm diametercombined vent/overflow line. The line should be taken off vertically from the top of the tank and

then turned through 180 and extended down inside the bund in order to confine any spray, whichmay ensure from it at the end of the discharge. A small anti-vacuum hole (6mm diameter) shouldbe drilled in the vent line, facing the tank and just above bund wall level, to prevent the tank beingput under vacuum conditions should the end of the vent line become sealed (i.e. excessive levelof rain water in the bund could possible cover the end of the vent line).

GASKETS

Gaskets should comprise chemically resistant natural rubber or PTFE.

Polypropylene valves should be regarded as the first choice or Saunders valves with appropriatediaphragms. Rubber or glass-lined valves are also suitable.

LEVEL INDICATION

ALL STOCK TANKS SHOULD BE FITTED WITH A LEVEL INDICATOR.

Polymer tanks can be fitted with a suitable sight panel, which is well protected.

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1. Sight glass.

2. Dip tube pneumercator (FRP or Polypropylene).

3. D.P. cell.

4. Hydrostatic gauge.

Note: Level indicators should be visible from the loading point.

PROCESS PIPEWORK

1. Unplasticised PVC.

2. PVC reinforced with fibreglass.

3. Rubber-lined mild steel.

4. Polyethylene.

5. Polypropylene can be used satisfactorily for pipe work conveying hydrochloric acid. Non-metallic pipes have the advantage of not requiring painting, but may be more costly to support.

Natural rubber gaskets are recommenced for flanged joints. The use of other materials thatmay be considered suitable should be discussed with the bulk tank supplier before use.

For small installations, piping manufactured from polymer materials have the advantage of:

1. Low cost.

2. Simplicity of fitting.

3. Readily available.

Rubber lined steel while satisfactory has the following disadvantages:

1. Expensive to repair.

2. Subject to external corrosion.

3. Difficult to detect failure of linings.

4. High costs.

Caution: All pipe work must be well supported.

PUMPS

1. Centrifugal pumps of rubber lined cast iron or suitable plastic construction are recommended.

2. Braided PTFE should be used for packed glands.


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3. Mechanical seals of corrosion resistant material may be used.

4. Magnetically driven pumps suitable for all plastic construction are also recommended.

VALVES

1. Plastic valves.

2. Saunders Ebonite Line Q diaphragm.

3. Rubber or glass lined valves.

CLEANING OF BULK TANKS

It is unlikely that hydrochloric acid tanks will require cleaning.

However for maintenance purposes:

1. Empty the tank to process or alternative storage.

2. Add one of the Alkali agents detailed in table 2 until the remaining liquid is alkaline.

Caution: During neutralisation a vigorous reaction will occur which will result in the CO2 fumesbeing released.

1. Agitate the solution for several hours.

2. Empty the vessel to effluent.

3. Hose down all surfaces, with large amounts of water.

4. Run to effluent.


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HYDROCHLORID ACID FLANGE

BS 10/1962 TABLE E FLANGE


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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

CLEAN-UP METHODS

Small spills

1. Contact fire and emergency services and supplier for additional advice. NCPChlorchem emergency number is (011) 976-2115.

2. Contain and soak up spill with absorbent material, which does not react with spilledchemical. (Earth, sand or absorbent material).

3. Put material in suitable, covered, labelled containers.

4. Neutralise spill area with lime or soda ash and flush area with water.

5. Do not get water inside containers.

6. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazards as the spilled product.

Large spills

1. Contact fire and emergency services and supplier for additional advice. NCPChlorchem emergency number is (011) 976-2115.

2. Avoid contact with spilled material.

3. Keep upwind and out of low areas.

4. Avoid inhaling vapour.

5. Prevent material entering sewers, waterways or confined spaces.

6. Stop or reduce leak if it can be done without risk.

7. Recover spilled HC if feasible.

8. Contain spill with earth, sand, or absorbent material, which does not react with spilledmaterial.

9. Collect material in suitable, covered, labelled containers.

10. Dispose of contaminated product and materials used in cleaning in a manner approvedfor this chemical.

11. After removal, neutralise spill area with lime or soda ash and flush spill area with waterto an approved sewer.

12. Water fog or spray may be necessary to know down vapours.

13. When neutralizing large spills personal protection i.e. acid proof suits must be worn.


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14. Breathing apparatus sets may also be required depending on the density of the fumesemitted.

15. Notify Government Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Authorities.


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NEUTRALISATION TABLE

Quantities of Various Alkalies Required to Neutralize 455 litres of Hydrochlo

Hydrochloric (Muriatic) Acid Neutralizing Chemicals

Acid

Concentra-

tion

Mass % HC

Specific

Gravity

Solution

Actual

Kg of

Acid per

455 litres

CaO

Quicklime

kgs

Ca(OH)2

Lime

kg

Na2CO3

Anhydrous

Soda Ash

kg

0,1

0,2

0,3

0,4

0,5

0,6

0,7

0,8

0,9

1

2

USE 1.000

USE 1.000

USE 1.000

USE 1.000

USE 1.0015

USE 1.0015

USE 1.0015

USE 1.0015

USE 1.0015

1.0032

1.0082

0,377

0,753

1,130

1,508

1,886

2,259

2,637

3,015

3,389

3,767

7,574

0,290

0,576

0,869

1,161

1,436

1,737

2,030

2,318

2,606

2,898

5,823

0,383

0,765

1,134

1,535

1,899

2,300

2,669

3,069

3,434

3,834

7,704

0,572

1,143

1,715

2,286

2,858

3,429

4,000

4,572

5,144

5,715

11,070


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3

4

5

6

10

20

25

30

35

1.0131

1.0181

1.023

1.0279

1.0474

1.0980

1.1261

1.1526

1.1778

11,435

15,296

19,229

23,162

39,335

82,485

105,660

129,780

154,710

8,793

11,763

14,787

17,802

30,249

63,450

80,550

99,450

118,800

11,606

15,539

19,539

23,540

40,014

83,700

106,650

131,850

156,600

16,650

22,185

27,900

33,570

57,060

120,150

152,550

188,550

224,100


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SAFE HANDLING OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID

When handling Hydrochloric acid the proper equipment must be used and the correct clothing must beworn.

Special attention must be given to safe working conditions and safe-working practices must be

implemented. Operators should be familiar with:

1. The hazards surrounding of Hydrochloric acid.

2. Proper emergency procedures.

3. First Aid.

4. Safety equipment.

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory

Because of the pungent odour of the Hydrochloric acid fumes it is highly unlikely that they will gounnoticed.

According to the concentration of the vapour or fumes the following symptoms will be apparent:

3 ppm: Irritation of eyes, nose and throat can be severe.

5 ppm: Nausea.

UP TO 50 ppm: SAR; or SCBA; or chemical cartridge respirator with cartridge(s) to protect against

hydrogen chloride.

UP TO 100 ppm:

SAR operated in a continuous flow mode; or full face piece SCBA; or full face piece SAR; or gas maskwith canister to protect against hydrogen chloride; or full face piece chemical cartridge respirator withcartridge(s) to protect against hydrogen chloride; or powered air-purifying respirator with cartridge(s) toprotect against hydrogen chloride.

Abbreviations:

SAR = supplied-air respirator.

SCBA = self-contained breathing apparatus.

Hand

Neoprene, Viton or butyl rubber gloves.

Eye

Gas-tight chemical safety goggles. A face shield may also be necessary.


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Skin

Impervious gloves, coveralls, boots, and/or other resistant protective clothing to prevent all possibleskin contact. Neoprene, Viton and butyl rubber are suitable materials for protective clothing. Animpervious acid-resistant full-body encapsulating suit and respiratory protection may be required insome operations. Have a safety shower/eye-wash fountain readily available in the immediate workarea.

Resistance of Protective Clothing

Resistance Protective Clothing

EXCELLENT

GOOD

FAIR/POOR

Neoprene, nitrile blended polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

Chlorinated polyethylene, viton coated neoprene, natural rubber,nitrile, Viten Saranex, butyl coated neoprene, chlorobutyl,polycarbonate, neoprene blended PVC, styrene-butadienerubber (SBR).

PVC, polyurethane, neoprene blended SBR, SBR coated

neoprene.


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FIRST AID MEASURES

First Aid Comment:

Consult a physician and/or the nearest Poison Control Centre for all exposures except minor instancesof inhalation or skin contact.

Product in EyeImmediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with gently flowing water for at least 30 minutes, holdingthe eyelid(s) open. Neutral saline solution may be used as soon as it is available. DO NOTINTERRUPT FLUSHING. If necessary, keep emergency vehicle waiting. Take care not to rinsecontaminated water into the non-affected eye. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. The victim shouldbe transported to hospital as soon as possible.

Product on Skin

Remove contaminated clothing immediately; drench the contaminated area with running water for atleast 30 minutes. DO NOT INTERRUPT FLUSHING. If necessary keep emergency vehicle waiting.Transport victim to hospital as soon as possible. Completely decontaminate clothing, shoes andleather goods before re-use or discard.

Product Ingested

Never give anything by mouth if victim is rapidly losing consciousness, or is unconscious orconvulsing. Have victim rinse mouth thoroughly with water. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Givevictim approximately 500 m of water (2 cups). If milk is available, it may be administered AFTER thewater has been given. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward to reduce risk ofaspiration. Repeat administration of water. Transport victim to hospital as soon as possible.

Product Inhaled

Take proper precautions to ensure you own safety before attempting rescue; e.g., wear appropriateprotective equipment, use the buddy system. Remove source of contamination or move victim tofresh air. If unconscious, do not give anything to drink, give artificial respiration and chestcompression or place in the recovery position as necessary. If conscious make the casualty lie or sitdown quietly, give medical oxygen if available. Lung congestion may occur a conscious casualtywith breathing difficulties should be placed in a sitting position. Immediately transport victim to anemergency medical facility. Symptoms may be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure.

Traumatic Shock

The person administering first aid must say alert to traumatic shock of the patient. Traumatic shockcan follow serious injury.

Signs of Shock

1. Pale, moist, cool skin.

2. Shallow, irregular breathing.

3. Weak pulse.

4. Perspiration lips, forehead, palms and armpits.

Shock should be treated by lying the patient down and keeping the patient as warm and ascomfortable as possible. The patients feet may be raised approximately 30 centimetres from thesurface; unless, a head injury has occurred, or the patient complains of added discomfort.


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THE BOILING POINT OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID AT 101,3 kPa


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THE FREEZING POINT OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID


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THE VISCOSITY OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID


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SUMMARY

Bulk Delivery Vehicles

PRODUCT:

FACTORY:

VEHICLE:

LOAD:

DISCHARGE FLANGE:

O.D.:

P.C.D.:

HOLES

HEIGHT FROM GROUND:

Hydrochloric Acid

Chloorkop

Various

6, 10, 12, 20 tons

Bottom 50 mm NB Schedule 40

Table E Flange

150 mm

115 mm

4

1,0 m 1,3 m approx.

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