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Hydrofluoric acid poisoning

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Hydrofluoric acid poisoning

Definition:

Poisoning from an overdose of hydrofluoric acid, a strong inorganic acid.

Alternative Names:
Fluohydric acid

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Poisonous Ingredient:

Hydrofluoric acid

Where Found:

This acid is most commonly used for industrial purposes. It is used:

• in glass etching
• to make computer screens
• in fluorescent bulbs
• to make high octane gasoline
• in some household rust removers

References:

Wilkes G. Hydrofluoric Acid Burns. eMedicine. Available at: http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic804.htm Accessed August 12, 2005.

Chemical Emergencies: Case Definition: Hydrofluoric Acid. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Dept of Health and Human Services; 2005.

Seamens CM, Seger DL, Meredith T. Hydrofluoric acid. In: Ford MD, Delaney KA, Ling LJ, Erickson T, eds. Clinical toxicology. Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders; 2001:1019-26.

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