Hydrogen Chloride (HCl)
Hydrogen chloride (HCl) – also known as hydrochloric acid under its liquid state – is a natural gas exhausted during volcanic eruptions. This is even present in the human body at very low concentrations to give stomach its pH acid. HCl hazards are present in many sectors as this substance is widely used as a base product in the chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, oils wells and steel production.
Hydrogen chloride Effects on health
In its gaseous state, hydrogen chloride is a colourless substance with a pungent and irritant fragrance. Very soluble in water, its reaction releases high heat and hydrogen – a highly explosive gas. Very toxic by inhalation (R23), hydrogen chloride is very corrosive too and causes severe burns (R35) when in contact with the skin and may seriously damage the eyes.
CAS-Number: 7647-01-0.
Compatible products
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Safe area solution
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Transportable
WatchGas AirWatch Mk1.2 
The AirWatch is your safe area solution for the monitoring of various gases. Based on the measurement values and alarms, equipment is switched on or off, data is logged and optionally employees are remotely informed of the gas concentrations present.