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A 2014 case study describes an accident where a 50-year-old pool cleaner’s skin was exposed to chemicals containing hydrochloric acid. The incident caused fourth degree burns that eventually led to amputation.

Keep reading to find out the most common symptoms of a hydrochloric acid reaction and the steps you should take immediately if you spill hydrochloric acid on your skin.

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Hydrochloric acid makes up the majority of the acid in your stomach. Cells in your stomach called parietal cells produce this acid and secrete it into your stomach to help break down food.

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When your body’s protective barrier of mucus is disrupted, stomach ulcers may form. Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and bacterial infections are the most common causes of stomach ulcers.

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Even though hydrochloric acid can cause severe burns to your skin, your stomach is protected by a protective mucus layer produced by the cells that line your stomach.

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Hydrochloric acid burns are one of the most frequently treated types of chemical burns. Even though only a small fraction of total burns are chemical burns, chemical burns are responsible for one-third of burn-related deaths.

Chemical burns on your skin can be mild or severe depending on how much the acid is diluted and how long the acid is in contact with your skin.

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You can reduce your chances of having a chemical burn by taking the proper precautions when handling dangerous chemicals:

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First Aid Emergency Shower and Eye Wash station sign. manufactured from polypropylene, measuring 600 x 450mm. Use in the workplace to direct and inform employees of the location of an emergency shower and eyewash location. with an easy to recognise green background, bold white text and dual pictograms.

Hydrochloric acid can cause a severe chemical burn if it comes into contact with your skin. It’s found in pool chemicals, some fertilizer, and some household cleaners.

There are specific first aid steps to follow for burns. Learn the difference between minor burns and major burns and how to properly treat them.

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1.6mm flexible weather resistant polypropylene. Highly recommended for outdoor use. UV stable and resists fading and cracking for up to 5 years. Poly is fully recyclable and made from 70% recycled material. Standard with rounded corners and mounting holes.

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Toilet cleaners, pool chemicals, and some fertilizers are common household sources of hydrochloric acid. Your stomach acid is also primarily made up of hydrochloric acid, but a protective mucus protects the inside of your stomach from damage.

It’s critical to take proper precautions when handling potentially dangerous chemicals. Hydrochloric acid has the potential to cause life threatening burns.

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Skin care products don’t contain hydrochloric acid. However, many skin care products contain another acid called hyaluronic acid.