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Hydrogen Fluoride

HF molecular formula for hydrogen fluoride.

Hydrogen Fluoride (HF)

Hydrogen fluoride is produced by the reaction of calcium fluoride (CaF2) with sulfuric acid (H2SO4) or by the direct reaction of hydrogen and fluorine.

Specifications we measure

RangeResolutionTechnologySensor Module
10 PPM
0.1ECES-HF-4EC10
10 PPM0.1ECES-HF-7EC10

OSHA Guidelines

  • TWA : 3 PPM (8-hr)

niosh Guidelines

  • TWA : 3 PPM (8-hr)

acgih Guidelines

  • TWA : 0.5 PPM (8-hr)

Health effects

  • Low Concentrations: Eye and skin irritation, sore throat, coughing.
  • High Concentrations:Severe respiratory damage, pulmonary edema, and systemic toxicity affecting bones, liver, and kidneys.