• Reduces high total alkalinity and/or pH in pool water
• Improves swimmer comfort
• Prevents damage due to improper pH and alkalinity

The information below is reproduced from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (GHS, revision dated 1 January 2024). Read the product label before use.

Hazard Statements

• H290 May be corrosive to metals.
• H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
• H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Hands: chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard; >8 hours breakthrough time — nitrile gloves.
• Eyes: splash goggles with full face shield. Maintain an eye wash station and quick-drench facilities in the work area.
• Body: protective clothing made from neoprene, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or full body suit as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
• Feet: boots.
• Respiratory: a NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator equipped with acid gas cartridges up to ten times the TLV. Recommended: vapour respirator.

Safe Handling

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Prevent release of vapour or mist in handling areas. Locate safety shower and eye wash station. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe vapour or mist. Do not ingest. Use only with adequate ventilation. Use extreme care when diluting with water — always add acid to water. Wear an appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

Storage

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in the original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials and food and drink. Separate from alkalis. Keep the container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Ideal storage temperature is 10–27 °C. Do not expose sealed containers to temperatures above 40 °C.

Incompatible Materials

Oxidizing materials, reducing materials and strong bases. Highly reactive with metals. Hydroxides, amines, sulfides, carbonates, hypochlorites, formaldehyde and alkalis are also incompatible materials.

First Aid

In case of exposure, follow the first-aid directions on the product label and the Safety Data Sheet. In Canada, call CANUTEC at (613) 996-6666 for a transport emergency, or contact a poison centre or doctor.