Acetic Acid

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification guideline for preparations of the EC" in the latest valid version.
R 34 Causes burns.

Classification system for Acetic Acid:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Chemical characterization of Acetic Acid

Description: Aqueous solution of acetic acid

Dangerous components:
CAS: 64-19-7
EINECS: 200-580-7
EU Number: 607-002-00-6
acetic acid
C; R 10-35     80%

Additional information For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 16.

General Information about Acetic Acid
Form:	Fluid
Colour:	Colourless
Odour:	Characteristic
Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	not determined
Boiling point/Boiling range:	100°C
Flash point:	not determined
Auto-ignition:	Product is not self-igniting.
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.
Explosion limits:
Lower:	4.0 Vol %
Upper:	17.0 Vol %
Density at 20°C:	1.03 g/cm³
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water:	Fully miscible
pH-value (50 g/l) at 20°C:	2.5

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: 8 (C3) Corrosive substances.
Danger code (Kemler): 80
UN-Number: 2790
Packaging group: II
Label: 8
Description of goods: 2790 ACETIC ACID SOLUTION
Remarks: Limited Quantity: 1 l per inner packaging; 30 kg gross per packaging unit

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: 8
UN Number: 2790
Label: 8
Packaging group: II
EMS Number: F-A,S-B
Marine pollutant: No
Proper shipping name: ACETIC ACID SOLUTION

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: 8
UN/ID Number: 2790
Label: 8
Packaging group: II
Proper shipping name: ACETIC ACID SOLUTION
Remarks: Packing Instructions:
For Limited Quantities: Y809 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 0,5 l)
Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 809 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 1 l)
Cargo Aircraft only: 813(Max Net Qty/Pkg: 30 l)

Markings according to EC guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives /
Ordinance on Hazardous Materials
Hazard-determining components of labelling: acetic acid

Risk phrases:
34 Causes burns.

Safety phrases:
20 When using do not eat or drink.
23 Do not breathe vapour/aerosol.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

National regulations
Information about limitation of use:
Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.