| Product | Hydrochloric acid |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Avantor Performance Materials, Inc. |
| Composition | 37–38% hydrochloric acid, 62–63% water; liquid |
| Synonyms | muriatic acid |
| Typical Uses | RCA cleaning (SC-2) and wet etchant for oxides and metals |
| Hazards | 
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
,
Corrosive to metals Category 1
,
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A
,
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure Category 3
(respiratory tract),
Acute toxicity Category 4
(oral) |
| Storage | Cabinet 8 (acids cabinet in Wet Aisle 1) |
| Disposal | May be aspirated if part of an RCA SC-2 clean (see SOP). When used as an etchant, collect in a dedicated waste bottle and dispose of when full. |
| Comments | |
| Status | STOCKED RESTRICTED USE |
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