Acetic acid

Material Safety Data Sheet

1. Identification: Acetic acid (Ethanoic acid, ethylic acid)
N.B. Maximum strength supplied - 10%. This data sheet refers to 100%

2. Supplier: Brunel Microscopes Ltd, Chippenham, SN14 6QA.

3. Hazard identification: Causes severe burns. Flammable

4. First aid measures: Eye contact - irrigate thoroughly with water
Inhalation - remove from exposure
Skin contact - wash thoroughly with water
Ingestion - wash out thoroughly with water
If in any doubt seek medical attention.

5. Fire fighting measures: Flammable. Vapour/air mixture explosive.

6. Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray, dry powder.

7. Handling and storage: Take precautions against static discharge
Do not breathe vapour
Avoid contact with skin and eyes

8. Storage: Keep at room temperature (15 to 25 centigrade)
Keep well closed and protected from direct sunlight

9. Regulatory information: Symbol C. Corrosive

10. Ecological information: do not allow to enter drinking water or waste water.

11. Physical and chemical properties:
Boiling point - 118 centigrade
Auto ignition - 426 centigrade
Flash point - 40 centigrade
Solubility in water - miscible in all proportions

12 Toxicological information:
Inhalation - Irritation in the respiratory tract After ingestion - Burns in oesophagus After eye contact - Burns, risk of blindness
After skin - Burns

The information contained in this safety leaflet is believed to be accurate and represents the best information available for microscopy applications. However we make no warranty either express or implied to such information, and we assume no liability from its use. In no way shall Brunel Microscopes Ltd be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.