DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, ANHYDROUS

A mobile colorless strongly fuming liquid. Density 1.583 g / cm3. Corrosive to glass, fabric, metals and tissue.

• Water-Reactive

Fumes in air. Reacts vigorously with water to form corrosive and toxic hydrofluoric acid and heat.

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating and toxic fumes of hydrogen fluoride and phosphoric acid may be formed in fires. (USCG, 1999)

Inhalation causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract. Contact with liquid causes severe irritation of eyes and skin. Ingestion causes severe burns of mouth and stomach. (USCG, 1999)

DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, ANHYDROUS reacts exothermically with chemical bases (examples: amines, amides, and inorganic hydroxides). These reactions can generate dangerously large amounts of heat in small spaces. Reacts vigorously with water to form corrosive and toxic hydrofluoric acid and heat. Reacts with active metals, including such structural metals as aluminum and iron, to release hydrogen, a flammable gas. Can initiate the polymerization of certain alkenes. Reacts with cyanide compounds to release gaseous hydrogen cyanide. Generates flammable and/or toxic gases in contact with dithiocarbamates, isocyanates, mercaptans, nitrides, nitriles, sulfides, and strong reducing agents. Additional gas-generating reactions occur with sulfites, nitrites, thiosulfates (to give H2S and SO3), dithionites (SO2), and carbonates. May catalyze (increase the rate of) chemical reactions.

• Acids, Strong Non-oxidizing
• Acyl Halides, Sulfonyl Halides, and Chloroformates
• Fluoride Salts, Soluble

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbents listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents
• Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents
• Sand
• Dirt/Earth

Excerpt from 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:

SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray.

LARGE FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire. Dike runoff from fire control for later disposal.

FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:

ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames) from immediate area. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS. (ERG, 2020)

Air line mask or self-contained breathing apparatus; full protective clothing. (USCG, 1999)

No information available.

Get medical attention as soon as possible following exposures to this compound.

INHALATION: remove from exposure and support respiration.

EYES: wash with copious volumes of water for at least 15 min.

SKIN: wash with large amounts of water for 15 min.

INGESTION: if victim is conscious, have him drink large amounts of water followed by milk or milk of magnesia. (USCG, 1999)

• DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID
• DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, ANHYDROUS
• DIFLUOROPHOSPHORIC ACID, [ANHYDROUS]
• DIFLUOROPHOSPHOROUS ACID
• FLUOPHOSPHORIC ACID (F2(HO)PO)