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Safety data sheet reference · CAS 7664-39-3

Hydrofluoric acid SDS

also: hydrofluoric acid MSDS · safety data sheet · HF · CAS 7664-39-3 · EC 231-634-8 · hydrogen fluoride

Danger Category 1–2 · Acute Tox. 1–2 · Skin Corr. 1 UN 1052 · ADR 8 · PG I
Corrosion GHS05 Skull and Crossbones GHS06

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CAS number

7664-39-3

EC number

231-634-8

CLP Annex VI index

009-002-00-6

Molecular formula

FH

Molar mass

20.006 g/mol

§ 02 · Hazards identification

Harmonised EU classification

CLP Annex VI · Index 009-002-00-6. A supplier SDS may add self-classified hazards — this is the legal minimum.

H300 Fatal if swallowed. Acute toxicity, oral — Category 1–2 (Acute Tox. 1–2)
H310 Fatal in contact with skin. Acute toxicity, dermal — Category 1–2
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Skin corrosion — Category 1 (Skin Corr. 1)
H330 Fatal if inhaled. Acute toxicity, inhalation — Category 1–2

Precautionary statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
P302 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water.
P304 IF INHALED: remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P352 Wash with plenty of water.

§ 07 · Handling and storage

Computed storage verdict

§ 09 · Physical and chemical properties

Measured properties

The full physical-property table (melting/boiling point, flash point, explosion limits, vapour pressure, density) is being populated for this substance from ECHA registration data and will appear here as it lands.

§ 10 · Stability and reactivity

Reactive group (CAMEO/NOAA): Acids, Weak, Fluoride Salts, Soluble, Water and Aqueous Solutions. Our database documents 48 incompatible and 65 caution reaction-partner groups for hydrofluoric acid — including which combinations release gas on contact. See the per-partner breakdown with gas release →

48

Incompatible

65

Caution

§ 13 · Disposal considerations

Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local and national regulations — in the EU under the Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC. Never discharge to drains or municipal waste; hand contaminated packaging and unused product to an authorised waste-disposal company. The supplier's SDS section 13 lists the applicable waste codes for the specific product.

§ 14 · Transport information

Road transport — ADR 2025

UN number

UN 1052

Proper shipping name

HYDROGEN FLUORIDE, ANHYDROUS

Class · PG

8 · I

Classification code

CT1

Transport category

1

ADR labels

8, 6.1

Hazard ID (Kemler) / UN plate

886
1052

Top: hazard identification number (Kemler). Bottom: UN number — as carried on the orange plate of the transport unit.

Source: UN ADR 2025 (ECE/TRANS/352), Table A. Road (ADR) only — for sea (IMDG) and air (IATA), consult the supplier's SDS §14.

MSDS vs SDS

MSDS vs SDS: is there a difference?

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) is the older name for the same document. In the US, OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (2012) adopted the GHS-standardised 16-section Safety Data Sheet; in the EU the format is set by REACH Annex II. So a "hydrofluoric acid MSDS" and a "hydrofluoric acid SDS" refer to the same document — today it is issued as an SDS. Full breakdown of the differences →

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§ 16 · Sources

Reference aid only. This page summarises the harmonised EU classification and computed storage guidance — it is not a Safety Data Sheet and does not replace one. Always verify hazards, handling and storage against the supplier's SDS (sections 7 and 10) and local regulations before use. Page updated 2026-07-27.

Frequently asked questions

Is an MSDS the same as an SDS?

In practice, yes. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) is the older name for the same document. In the US, OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (2012) adopted the GHS-standardised 16-section Safety Data Sheet; in the EU the SDS format is set by REACH Annex II. A document you find labelled "hydrofluoric acid MSDS" is today issued as an SDS.

What GHS pictograms does hydrofluoric acid require?

Under the harmonised EU classification (CLP Annex VI), hydrofluoric acid carries GHS05 and GHS06 with the signal word "Danger". Hazard statements: H310, H330, H300, H314. A supplier's SDS may add self-classified hazards on top of this harmonised minimum.

What should hydrofluoric acid never be stored with?

Based on its storage classes (Mineral acids, Acute toxics), hydrofluoric acid must not share storage with: Bases; Cyanides & sulfides; Organic peroxides & self-reactives; Oxidizing acids; Oxidizers; Reactive metals; Water-reactives. Verify against the supplier's SDS sections 7 and 10 before finalising storage.

Where can I download an official hydrofluoric acid SDS PDF?

From your own supplier — an SDS is issued per product and supplier, so the correct PDF for an inspection is the one matching the product you actually purchased. The supplier links on this page lead to the official SDS libraries of major distributors.

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