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Hydrogen fluoride

CAS No.: 7664-39-3
Formula: FH
Molecular Weight: 20.01
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What is Hydrogen fluoride

**Introduction to Hydrogen Fluoride (HF)** Hydrogen fluoride (HF) is a highly reactive and corrosive inorganic compound composed of hydrogen and fluorine. It exists as a colorless gas or liquid with a sharp, pungent odor and is widely used in industrial applications. HF is a key raw material in the production of fluorocarbons, refrigerants, and aluminum fluoride, as well as in petroleum refining and uranium processing. Due to its ability to dissolve glass and metals, it is also utilized in etching, cleaning, and semiconductor manufacturing. However, HF is extremely hazardous, causing severe burns and systemic toxicity upon exposure, requiring strict safety measures. Proper handling, storage, and protective equipment are essential when working with this potent chemical.

Preparation Process: Hydrogen fluoride (HF) is prepared by reacting calcium fluoride (CaF₂) with concentrated sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄). In a lead or platinum-lined vessel, finely powdered CaF₂ is mixed with H₂SO₄ and heated to 250–300°C. The reaction produces HF gas and calcium sulfate (CaSO₄) as a byproduct. The gaseous HF is then condensed into a liquid or dissolved in water to form aqueous hydrofluoric acid. The process requires careful handling due to HF’s extreme toxicity and corrosiveness. Proper ventilation and corrosion-resistant equipment are essential. The reaction equation is: \[ \text{CaF}_2 + \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \rightarrow 2\text{HF} + \text{CaSO}_4 \]

Usage Scenarios: Hydrogen fluoride (HF) is widely used in industrial and chemical applications. It serves as a key precursor in the production of fluorine-containing compounds, including refrigerants, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. In the petroleum industry, HF is employed as a catalyst in alkylation processes to produce high-octane gasoline. It is also used in etching glass, ceramics, and silicon wafers in electronics manufacturing. Additionally, HF plays a role in metal surface treatment and uranium enrichment. Despite its utility, HF is highly corrosive and toxic, requiring strict handling precautions. Its derivatives, such as hydrofluoric acid, are utilized in laboratory and industrial cleaning agents.

Hydrogen fluoride Basic Info
Chemical Name Hydrogen fluoride
Synonyms HF;HYDROFLUORIC ACID;Anhydrous hydrofluoric acid;hydrofluoric;Urea Hydrofluoride;HydrofL;Fluoric acid;Hydrofluoride;Hydrofluoric acid(HF);Hydrofluoric Acid, TraceGrade
CAS No. 7664-39-3
Molecular Formula FH
Molecular Weight 20.01
PSA 0.00000
LogP 0.53270
Safely Info
RTECS MW7875000
Hazard Class 8
Safety Statements 26-36/37/39-45-7/9-36/37-28-36
HS Code 28111100
WGK Germany 2
Packing Group II
RIDADR UN 1790 8/PG 2
Risk Statements 26/27/28-35-36/37/38-20/21/22
Hazard Codes T+,C,T,Xn
Caution Statement P260-P270-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340+P310-P305+P351+P338
Hazard Declaration H300+H310+H330-H314
Symbol GHS05,GHS06
Signal Word Danger
Hydrogen fluoride Price
Here is a rough price range for hydrogen fluoride (HF) in the listed countries. Note that prices can vary significantly based on purity, quantity, and market conditions. If no specific data is available, "No results" is indicated:

1. **United States**: $1,000 - $3,000 per metric ton
2. **China**: $800 - $2,500 per metric ton
3. **Russia**: $1,200 - $3,500 per metric ton
4. **Germany**: $1,500 - $3,500 per metric ton
5. **India**: $900 - $2,800 per metric ton
6. **Japan**: $1,800 - $4,000 per metric ton
7. **Brazil**: $1,000 - $3,000 per metric ton
8. **South Korea**: $1,500 - $3,500 per metric ton
9. **Philippines**: No results
10. **United Kingdom**: $1,500 - $3,500 per metric ton
11. **France**: $1,500 - $3,500 per metric ton
12. **Mexico**: $1,000 - $3,000 per metric ton
13. **Canada**: $1,200 - $3,500 per metric ton
14. **South Africa**: No results
15. **Egypt**: No results
16. **Turkey**: $1,000 - $3,000 per metric ton
17. **Thailand**: No results
18. **Indonesia**: No results

These ranges are approximate and subject to change based on market dynamics.
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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
  Product identifiers
    Product name        : Hydrofluoric acid    
    REACH No.        : A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance    
    or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not
    require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later
    registration deadline.
    CAS-No.        : 7664-39-3    
  Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
    Identified uses        : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances    
  
  

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
  Classification of the substance or mixture
  Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 2), H300
    Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2), H330
    Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 1), H310
    Skin corrosion (Category 1A), H314
    For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
  Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
    T+ Very toxic        R26/27/28    
    C Corrosive        R35    
    For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
  Label elements
  Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Pictogram
    Signal word        Danger    
    Hazard statement(s)
    H300        Fatal if swallowed.    
    H310        Fatal in contact with skin.    
    H314        Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.    
    H330        Fatal if inhaled.    
    Precautionary statement(s)
    P260        Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.    
    P264        Wash hands thoroughly after handling.    
    P280        Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face    
    protection.
    P284        Wear respiratory protection.    
    P301 + P310        IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/    
    physician.
    P302 + P350        IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.    
    Supplemental Hazard        none    
    Statements
  According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
    Hazard symbol(s)        T+ Very toxic    
    C Corrosive
    R-phrase(s)
    R26/27/28        Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.    
    R35        Causes severe burns.    
    S-phrase(s)
    S 7/9        Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.    
    S26        In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and    
    seek medical advice.
    S36/37        Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.    
    S45        In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately    
    (show the label where possible).
  Other hazards - none

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
  Mixtures
    Formula        : HF    
    Molecular Weight        : 20,01 g/mol    
  Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Component        Classification        Concentration    
  Hydrofluoric acid
    CAS-No.        7664-39-3        Acute Tox. 2; Acute Tox. 1;        25 - 50 %    
    EC-No.        231-634-8        Acute Tox. 2; Skin Corr. 1A;    
    Index-No.        009-003-00-1        H300, H310, H314, H330    
  Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
    Component        Classification        Concentration    
  Hydrofluoric acid
    CAS-No.        7664-39-3        T+, C, R26/27/28 - R35        25 - 50 %    
    EC-No.        231-634-8    
    Index-No.        009-003-00-1    
    For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16

SECTION 4: First aid measures
  Description of first aid measures
  General advice
    Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Hydrofluoric (HF) acid burns
    require immediate and specialized first aid and medical treatment. Symptoms may be delayed up to 24
    hours depending on the concentration of HF. After decontamination with water, further damage can occur
    due to penetration/absorption of the fluoride ion. Treatment should be directed toward binding the fluoride
    ion as well as the effects of exposure. Skin exposures can be treated with a 2.5% calcium gluconate gel
    repeated until burning ceases. More serious skin exposures may require subcutaneous calcium gluconate
    except for digital areas unless the physician is experienced in this technique, due to the potential for tissue
    injury from increased pressure. Absorption can readily occur through the subungual areas and should be
    considered when undergoing decontamination. Prevention of absorption of the fluoride ion in cases of
    ingestion can be obtained by giving milk, chewable calcium carbonate tablets or Milk of Magnesia to
    conscious victims. Conditions such as hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia and cardiac arrhythmias should be
    monitored for, since they can occur after exposure.
  If inhaled
    If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
  In case of skin contact
    Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take
    victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
  In case of eye contact
    Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
  If swallowed
    Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
    water. Consult a physician.
  Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
    The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
    section 11
  Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
    no data available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
  Extinguishing media
  Suitable extinguishing media
    Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
  Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
    Hydrogen fluoride
  Advice for firefighters
    Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
  Further information
    no data available

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
  Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
    Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
    Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
    For personal protection see section 8.
  Environmental precautions
    Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
  Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
    Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed
    containers for disposal.
  Reference to other sections
    For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
  Precautions for safe handling
    Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
    Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
    For precautions see section 2.2.
  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
    Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
    opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
  Specific end use(s)
    Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
  Control parameters
  Components with workplace control parameters
  Exposure controls
  Appropriate engineering controls
    Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling
    the product.
  Personal protective equipment
  Eye/face protection
    Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum). Use equipment for eye protection
    tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN
    166(EU).
  Skin protection
    Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
    (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
    contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
    Wash and dry hands.
    The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
    the standard EN 374 derived from it.
    Full contact
    Material: Chloroprene
    Minimum layer thickness: 0,6 mm
    Break through time: 480 min
    Material tested:Camapren® (KCL 722 / Z677493, Size M)
    Splash contact
    Material: Nitrile rubber
    Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
    Break through time: 120 min
    Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Z677272, Size M)
    data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300,     test method: EN374
    If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374,
    contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must
    be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of
    anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any
    specific use scenario.
  Body Protection
    Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
    according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
  Respiratory protection
    Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
    with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
    to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
    respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
    standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
  Control of environmental exposure
    Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
  Information on basic physical and chemical properties
    a) Appearance        Form: liquid    
    b) Odour        no data available    
    c) Odour Threshold        no data available    
    d) pH        no data available    
    e) Melting point/freezing        no data available    
    point
    f) Initial boiling point and no data available
    boiling range
    g) Flash point        no data available    
    h) Evapouration rate        no data available    
    i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
    j) Upper/lower        no data available    
    flammability or
    explosive limits
    k) Vapour pressure        25 hPa at 20 °C    
    l) Vapour density        1,27 - No information available.    
    m) Relative density        1,15 g/cm3 at 25 °C    
    n) Water solubility        no data available    
    o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
    octanol/water
    p) Auto-ignition        no data available    
    temperature
    q) Decomposition        no data available    
    temperature
    r) Viscosity        no data available    
    s) Explosive properties        no data available    
    t) Oxidizing properties        no data available    
  Other safety information
    Relative vapour density 1,27

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
  Reactivity
    no data available
  Chemical stability
    Stable under recommended storage conditions.
  Possibility of hazardous reactions
    no data available
  Conditions to avoid
    no data available
  Incompatible materials
    no data available
  Hazardous decomposition products
    Other decomposition products - no data available
    In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
  Information on toxicological effects
  Acute toxicity
  Skin corrosion/irritation
    no data available
  Serious eye damage/eye irritation
    no data available
  Respiratory or skin sensitisation
    no data available
  Germ cell mutagenicity
    no data available
  Carcinogenicity
    IARC:        No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as    
    probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
  Reproductive toxicity
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
    no data available
  Aspiration hazard
    no data available
  Additional Information
    RTECS: Not available
    Fluoride ion can reduce serum calcium levels possibly causing fatal hypocalcemia., Material can cause
    severe burns and blistering which may not be immediately painful or visible. The full extent of tissue
    damage may not exhibit itself for 12-24 hours after exposure., Material is extremely destructive to tissue of
    the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin., necrosis of the skin

SECTION 12: Ecological information
  Toxicity
    no data available
  Persistence and degradability
    no data available
  Bioaccumulative potential
    no data available
  Mobility in soil
    no data available
  Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
    PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
  Other adverse effects
    no data available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
  Waste treatment methods
  Product
    Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed
    professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
  Contaminated packaging
    Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: Transport information
  UN number
    ADR/RID: 1790        IMDG: 1790        IATA: 1790    
  UN proper shipping name
    ADR/RID: HYDROFLUORIC ACID
    IMDG: HYDROFLUORIC ACID
    IATA:        Hydrofluoric acid    
  Transport hazard class(es)
    ADR/RID: 8 (6.1)        IMDG: 8 (6.1)        IATA: 8 (6.1)    
  Packaging group
    ADR/RID: II        IMDG: II        IATA: II    
  Environmental hazards
    ADR/RID: no        IMDG Marine pollutant: no        IATA: no    
  Special precautions for user
    no data available



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