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First-aid measures

Emergency measure - Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen.
If breathing ceases give artificial respiration. If signs
of toxicity occur seek medical attention.
Emergency measure - Eyes: Flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical attention.
Emergency measure - Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with
copious amounts of water. If signs of irritation occur seek
medical attention.
Emergency measure - Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.

Fire-fighting measures

Recommended extinguishing agent: As appropriate for underlying cause of fire (dry chemical,
carbon dioxide, or foam).

Do not use water or water fog.

Product arising from burning: Oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulphur, CCl2O, HCl and Cl2.

Product determined by test: N

Protective equipment: Standard fire-fighting equipment including self-contained
breathing apparatus, flame and chemical resistant clothing,
boots and gloves.

Accidental release measures

Emergency measures in case of spillage: As a minimum wear full face respirator, chemical safety
goggles, rubber boots and rubber gloves when cleaning a
spill. Collect material to minimize dust generation; use
HEPA vacuum. Place collected material into a suitable
container for disposal. After spill clean up is complete
flush with water to process sewer, if allowable under
national, state or local permits or regulations.

Handling and storage

Handling: Engineering controls in the form of local exhaust
ventilation is provided at reactor. When engineering
controls are not sufficient to control dust exposure,
approved respiratory protection to EN 136 Standard should be
worn. For manufacturing areas, skin protection should be
provided in the form of overalls, or full air suits along
with impermeable gloves. Rubber, neoprene or other gloves
may be required if solvents, corrosives or other chemicals
are present. Chemical safety glasses (EN 166) should be worn
if full face respirator is not worn.

Storage: 31 AC HCl should be stored in sealed unbreakable containers.
Low humidity should be maintained to prevent clumping.

Containers are properly labelled. Avoid contact with organic
base, inorganic base and water.

Packaging of the substance and or preparation: UN approved fibre drums for corrosive solid.

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Special provisions / remarks
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Transport code: Class8 (UNI759),CorrosiveSolid,N.O.S.(31/AcidChlorideHydrocl
Transport: 31 AC HCl should be transported under the above
transportation conditions. Containers should be secured
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Stability and reactivity

Chemical reaction with water: Reacts with water to produce HCl.

Dust explosion: Materials exhibit relatively weak explosion characteristics
if ignited as a dust cloud. Decomposition of material during
high temperature process conditions may generate non
condensible gases. Avoid drying exceeding 60°C. Therefore
considerations for providing explosion protection to process
equipment should be given. Provide bonding and grounding for
material handling and fixed process equipment to control
static electrical sources. Explosive Class ST-1.

Dust explosion determined by test: Y

Disposal considerations

Industry - Possibility of recovery/recycling: No feasible method of recovery or recycling is known.

Industry - Possibility of neutralisation: No method of neutralisation is known.

Industry - Possibility of destruction: controlled discharge: Trace quantities can be destroyed by biological oxidation in
a waste water treatment plant. National and local
regulations must be observed. Code A641

Industry - Possibility of destruction - incineration: Incineration is recommended for large quantities. A
close-cycle incinerator with scrubbers should be used.

National regulations must be observed. Code A663

Industry - Possibility of destruction - water purification: Trace quantities of material in aqueous washes or waste
streams can be treated in a biological treatment plant prior
to discharge to a municipal treatment plant. National and
local regulations must be observed.

Industry - Possibility of destruction - other: Not recommended.

Public at large - Possibility of recovery/recycling: 31 AC HCl is not intended for public use.