Hydrogen fluoride
Gas Cylinder
Corrosion
Skull and Crossbones
Health Hazard
Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Acros Organics | Download PDF |
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| Sigma Aldrich | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H280 |
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated | Gases under pressure |
H314 |
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H318 |
Causes serious eye damage | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H331 |
Toxic if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H402 |
Harmful to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P330+P331 |
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. |
P302+P361+P354 |
IF ON SKIN: Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P354+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P363 |
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P410+P403 |
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 3 ppm |
| NIOSH REL | 3 ppm (Ceiling: 6 ppm) |
| NIOSH IDLH | 30 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless gas or fuming liquid (below 67°F) with a strong, irritating odor.
| Boiling Point | 67°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 783 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
0
4
1
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
skin, eye, and airway irritation; bone effects
Synonyms
anhydrous hydrofluoric acid, HF-A
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 14917
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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