Hexafluorine FAQs
Please find below the answers to the most frequently asked questions about Hexafluorine. If you have a question that is not covered here or would like to discuss something in further detail, please do not hesitate to call to speak to one of our advisors who will be very happy to help.
Hexafluorine® solution is a derivative of Diphoterine® solution, specifically designed to rinse eye and skin splashes of Hydrofluoric Acid or its derivatives and bind and neutralise both the corrosive H+ ions and toxic F– ions of Hydrofluoric Acid (HF).
Hexafluorine® solution can also decontaminate eye and skin splashes from fluorides in an acidic environment.
When dealing with an emergency we do not always know the exact nature of an aggressor - for example its concentration. To ensure effective and complete decontamination it is important to follow the protocol of commencing decontamination within 60 seconds and using the appropriate FULL contents of the relevent applicator.
Hexafluorine® solution is an aqueous solution and will freeze at a temperature of -1C. When the solution thaws it retains all of its properties.
We run an exchange system for all expired 5litre DAP showers. Before the expiry date our client care team will contact you to discuss your renewal requirements. The replacement unit order code is EDAPF.
Once you have your exchange shower on site then you should return your emptied DAPF to us. Hexafluorine® is safe to empty to the drain. Before you do it's the ideal opportunity to arrange some practical refresher training with your staff and allow them to try out the expired shower before it is returned to us.
Product should be stored in the original packaging in a cool dry location where possible.
Product should be protected from frost or any source of intense heat - storage temperatures of between 2° C and 50° C.
The ideal temperature of use is ambient - between 15° C and 35° C