HACH LCK338 LATON

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Basic information

  • Chemical formula(s): Contains \({\rm H_2SO_4}\) (sulfuric acid, 50-60%), \({\rm H_3PO_4}\) (phosphoric acid, 30-40%)
  • Other names: LCK 338 LatoN Sample cuvette, 1/4
  • Product Code: LCK338-1
  • Safety data sheet number: M01749
  • International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC): N/A - multiple components (see Hach safety card)
  • Flammability: no
  • Description: Sample cuvette for water analysis. Contains concentrated sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid mixture as an aqueous solution of inorganic acid.

NFPA 704 (fire diamond)

  • Health (blue): 3 - short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury.
  • Flammability (red): 0 - will not burn under typical fire conditions.
  • Instability–reactivity (yellow): 0 - normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water.
  • Special notice (white): COR - corrosive.

Hazard statements

Code Phrase
H290 may be corrosive to metals
H314 causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements

Code Phrase
P260 do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P280 wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth, do NOT induce vomiting
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): take off immediately all contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water or shower
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
P310 immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor

Protective measures

Gloves

  • Viton™: very good - recommended for long-term contact (>480 minutes breakthrough time, 0.70 mm thickness).
  • Nitrile: fair - suitable for short-term contact only (>30 minutes breakthrough time, 0.20 mm thickness).
  • Natural latex or rubber: poor (not recommended) - not suitable for acids.
  • Neoprene: fair to good - moderate resistance to acids.

Safety goggles

  • Always wear tight sealing safety goggles or face shield when handling this product.
  • Corrective glasses are not considered safety goggles.
  • Handle only in a fume hood or with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Clothing

  • Wear acid-resistant protective clothing and closed shoes.
  • Long sleeves and full-length pants required.
  • Contact lenses are forbidden while working with this product.
  • Do not wear synthetic clothing that may melt if exposed to acid.
  • Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash before reuse.

Respiratory protection

  • No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions if adequate ventilation is provided.
  • If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, use appropriate respiratory protection.
  • Ensure adequate ventilation at all times.

Spill management

  • Evacuate personnel to safe areas and ensure adequate ventilation.
  • Use full personal protective equipment including acid-resistant gloves and clothing.
  • Prevent entry into drains, sewers, or water bodies.
  • Soak up with inert absorbent material (sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).
  • Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal.
  • Never add water directly to concentrated acid spills.
  • Clean contaminated objects and areas thoroughly observing environmental regulations.
  • Dispose according to local hazardous waste regulations.

Special warnings

  • Contains concentrated acids - causes severe burns and eye damage.
  • This product requires child-resistant fastenings and tactile warnings if supplied to the general public.
  • Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
  • Keep away from oxidizing agents, bases, and reactive metals.
  • Corrosive to metals - store in appropriate containers.
  • Product is a corrosive material - use of gastric lavage or emesis is contra-indicated.