Phosphoric Acid 85%
High RiskCAS Number
7664-38-2
Formula
H₃PO₄
Version
4.6
Revision Date
2024-11-30
Skin Corrosion Cat. 1BSerious Eye Damage Cat. 1
SECTIONS
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Identification
Product Name
Phosphoric Acid 85%
Product Code
PHOSPHORIC-ACID
Recommended Use
Laboratory chemicals, Industrial applications
Restricted Use
Follow manufacturer guidelines
Manufacturer Details
Multiple Suppliers
Contact manufacturer for details
Phone: Contact manufacturer
Emergency: CHEMTREC: +1-800-424-9300
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Hazard Identification
Danger
Classification:
• Skin Corrosion Cat. 1B
• Serious Eye Damage Cat. 1
Hazard Statements:
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements:
P260 - Do not breathe mist
P280 - Wear protective gloves/eye protection
P301+P330+P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously
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Composition/Information on Ingredients
Substance/Mixture
Substance
| Component | CAS Number | EC Number | Concentration | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphoric Acid 85% | 7664-38-2 | 231-633-2 | 100% | Skin Corrosion Cat. 1B, Serious Eye Damage Cat. 1 |
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First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin Contact:
Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms:
Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
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Fire Fighting Measures
suitable Extinguishing:
Use media appropriate for surrounding fire
unsuitable Extinguishing:
Not applicable
specific Hazards:
Not combustible. May react with metals to produce hydrogen.
protective Equipment:
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Accidental Release Measures
personal Precautions:
Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation.
environmental Precautions:
Prevent further leakage. Do not allow to enter drains or water courses.
cleanup Methods:
Contain spillage with non-combustible absorbent material and place in container for disposal.
reference:
See Section 13 for disposal considerations.
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Handling and Storage
handling:
Use in well-ventilated areas. Use corrosion-resistant equipment.
storage:
incompatibilities:
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Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
exposure Limits:
• {"type":"OSHA PEL","value":"1 mg/m³ TWA"}
• {"type":"ACGIH TLV","value":"1 mg/m³ TWA, 3 mg/m³ STEL"}
• {"type":"NIOSH REL","value":"1 mg/m³ TWA, 3 mg/m³ STEL"}
engineering:
Use explosion-proof equipment. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation.
ppe:
respiratory:Use appropriate respirator when exposure limits are exceeded.
hand:Chemical-resistant gloves
eye:Safety glasses with side shields or chemical safety goggles
skin:Wear appropriate protective clothing
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Physical and Chemical Properties
appearance:Clear, colorless, syrupy liquid
odor:Odorless
p H:<1
melting Point:21°C (70°F) for 85%
boiling Point:158°C (316°F) for 85%
flash Point:Not flammable
vapor Pressure:0.03 mmHg at 20°C
vapor Density:3.4 (Air = 1)
density:1.69 g/cm³ at 20°C
solubility:Miscible with water
molecular Weight:98 g/mol
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Stability and Reactivity
reactivity:
See incompatible materials.
stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
conditions To Avoid:
Heat, sparks, open flames.
incompatible Materials:
hazardous Decomposition:
Thermal decomposition may produce hazardous gases.
hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
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Toxicological Information
acute Toxicity:
oral:1530 mg/kg (rat)
dermal:2740 mg/kg (rabbit)
inhalation:Not available
skin Corrosion:
See hazard classification.
eye Damage:
See hazard classification.
sensitization:
No data available
mutagenicity:
No data available
carcinogenicity:
Not classified as carcinogenic
reproductive Toxicity:
No data available
specific Target Organ:
See hazard statements.
aspiration Hazard:
No data available
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Ecological Information
ecotoxicity:
May be harmful to aquatic organisms.
persistence:
No data available
bioaccumulation:
No data available
mobility:
No data available
other Effects:
Avoid release to the environment.
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Disposal Considerations
waste:
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
contaminated:
Do not re-use empty containers.
waste Code:
Check with local authorities.
disposal:
Dispose of as hazardous waste at approved facility.
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Transport Information
un Number:
UN 1805
shipping Name:
Phosphoric acid, solution
hazard Class:
8 - Corrosive
packing Group:
III
marine:
Check with carrier
special:
None
iata:
UN 1805, Phosphoric acid, solution, 8 - Corrosive, III
imdg:
UN 1805, Phosphoric acid, solution, 8 - Corrosive, III
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Regulatory Information
sara313:
Check with regulatory requirements.
tsca:
Listed on TSCA inventory.
dscl:
Check local regulations.
reach:
Check EU REACH requirements.
california65:
Check California Prop 65 listing.
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Other Information
nfpa:
health:2
fire:2
reactivity:0
special:
hmis:
health:2
flammability:2
physical:0
ppe:B
prepared:
Multiple Suppliers
phone:
Contact manufacturer
disclaimer:
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of publication.