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Hydrogen chloride hazard data

Data also applies to hydrogen bromide and hydrogen iodide

Hydrogen chloride gas is a by-product of a number of organic reactions and may also be met in your inorganic chemistry practical work. It causes severe burns and is irritating to the eyes and respiratory system. Wear eye protection. Use a fume cupboard.

Hydrogen halide gases form a dense white smoke with ammonia gas

Corrosive hazard warning

The gas causes severe burns - it is CORROSIVE

Toxic hazard warning

The gas is TOXIC by inhalation

Dangerous with: No common problems.

Disposal: Will be vented away to the atmosphere in a fume cupboard. Can be dissolved in water using an inverted filter funnel.


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