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Barker's etching solution

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Barker's etching solution
Product Form
200 ml HBF4 32% + 800 ml water/l
Product Code
17869

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
REACH No.
inapplicable, this product is a mixture

Identified Uses

Chemical intermediate, Laboratory chemicals

Uses advised against

No further relevant information available.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

B

Bernd Kraft GmbH

manufacturer

Stempelstraße 6, D-47167 Duisburg

(+49)0203/5194-0

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

Day or Night

CHEMTREC

+1 703-741-5970

Day or Night

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

Mixture of substances listed below with nonhazardous additions.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
fluoroboric acid EC: 240-898-3 16872-11-0 5 - 10% Yes
water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity EC: 231-791-2 7732-18-5 50 - 100% No

For the wording of the listed hazard phrases refer to section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.

Skin contact

Wash off with plenty of water. Immediately remove contaminated clothing. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water. Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek medical treatment.

Medical Treatment

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given

Specific hazards

Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours. In case of fire, the following can be released: Hydrofluoric acid

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe vapours, aerosols. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid substance contact. Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Evacuate the danger area. Consult an expert. Observe emergency procedures.

Environmental

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Cleanup methods

Clean up affected area. Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.

Materials: liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Prevent formation of aerosols. General occupational hygiene measures. Remove contaminated clothing.

Storage

Keep receptacle tightly sealed.

Hygiene

General occupational hygiene measures. Remove contaminated clothing.

Fire prevention

No special measures required.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No further data; see item 7.

Hands

Nitrile rubber, NBR. Recommended thickness of the material: 0.11 mm. Value for the permeation: Level > 480 min. Complies with EC Directive 89/686/EEC and the related standard EN374. Examples: KCL 741 Dermatril® L (full contact and splash contact).

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles.

Respiratory

Required when vapours/aerosols are generated. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

Environmental

Discharge into the environment must be avoided. Do not empty into drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Fluid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Fluid, Colourless
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Fluid
Odor
Characteristic
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
<1
Melting Point
undetermined
Boiling Point
undetermined
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
undetermined
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
23 hPa
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.05024 g/cm³
Flammability
Not applicable.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined.
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Product is not selfigniting.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Fully miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No decomposition if used according to specifications.

Reactivity

No further relevant information available.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

No further relevant information available.

Decomposition

event of fire: See chapter 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the Directive an waste 2008/98/EC as well as other national and local regulations

Disposal

Hand over to hazardous waste disposers.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
Void
Shipping Name
Void
Transport Class
Class Void
Packing Group
Void
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Void

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Barker's etching solution?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Barker's etching solution?

Barker's etching solution is a fluid appearing as fluid, colourless with colourless color. It has characteristic odor.

What is Barker's etching solution used for?

Chemical intermediate, Laboratory chemicals

What is the melting point of Barker's etching solution?

The melting point is undetermined and the boiling point is undetermined.