Hydrofluoric (HF) Acid Spill Kit

Hydrofluoric (HF) Acid Spill Kit

Hydrofluoric acid is produced from the mineral fluorspar, also known as calcium fluoride and concentrated sulfuric acid. When combined at 250°C, these two substances react to produce hydrogen fluoride. It is a colorless, fuming liquid or gas that is comprised of a hydrogen atom and a fluorine atom. The dissolved form is called hydrofluoric acid.

Hydrofluoric acid is a highly corrosive solution of the chemical compound hydrogen fluoride in water. It is used mainly for industrial purposes, for example, glass etching, metal cleaning, electronics manufacturing, etc. It is extremely hazardous as it can penetrate human skin, allowing it to destroy soft tissues and decalcify bones.

It is strongly recommended to have an Hydrofluoric Acid Spill Kit readily available in case of a spill.

Description

Features:

  • The included Acid Eater pellets neutralize the hydrofluoric acid into safe, organic salts
  • Kit contains all necessary PPE
  • Topical calcium gluconate gel is included in case of HF acid exposure or contact to the body

***Note: It is recommended to have an HF Acid First Aid Kit available in case exposure or contact to the body. Please enquire for more information.***

Per-Person (Single Bucket) Configuration – available for Canada

This single 5-gallon bucket contains the personal protection equipment and supplies for one person to safely neutralize and dispose of a hydrofluoric acid spill at your facility.

Contents:

1 – HF Spill Kit Reference Sheet
1 – Calgonate Gel (25g tube)
1 – Sterile Eyewash (4oz bottle)
3 – HF Acid Neutralizing Pellets (1.5 lb bottles w/ instructions)*
1 – ½ Mask Respirator
1 – Organic vapor/acid gas Cartridge (2 pack)
1 – Splash Goggles — indirect vented
1 – Pair Reusable Nitrile Gloves (lg)
1 – Pair Haz-Mat Boot Covers
3 – Scrapers
1 – Scoop w/ brush
3 – Chemical Sorbent Pads
1 – Neoprene Apron
1 – pH test paper (roll, approx 100 tests)
2 – Bags, 18”x32” “Caution — Hazardous”
1 – 5 Gal Bucket + re-seal lid

*As of June 2022, KOLOR-LOCK® powder is replaced with HF ACID EATER neutralizing, absorbing pellets.

Available as:

Part #HASK – Hydrofluoric Acid Spill Kit

Dimensions: 12″ Dia. x 19″ H
Approximate weight: ~13 lbs