Calgonate® Gel
Calgonate® Gel is a topical 2.5% calcium gluconate gel used in first aid response to hydrofluoric acid (HF) exposure or contact to the body. Calcium gluconate combines with hydrofluoric acid to neutralize the fluoride ion.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Calgonate Corp. |
| Product Name |
| Calgonate® Gel |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Method |
| Medical Countermeasure |
| Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
| Equipment Type |
| PPE |
| Product Synopsis |
| Calgonate® Gel is a topical 2.5% calcium gluconate gel used in first aid response to hydrofluoric acid (HF) exposure or contact to the body. Calcium gluconate combines with hydrofluoric acid to neutralize the fluoride ion. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.055 lbs. (25 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Single use item |
| Live Agent Tested |
| HF |
| Material |
| Calcium Gluconate USP 2.5% w/w in a clear, viscous, colorless and odorless water miscible gel base. |
| Operating Time |
| Per manufacturer: If hydrofluoric acid contacts the body, it is highly recommended to wash/flush the area with cool water forat least 5 minutes to remove HF surface residue (15 to 20 minutes if Calgonate® Gel is not available). Apply Calgonate® Gel freely to the affected areas and continuously massage into the skin. Seek medical attention. Reapply Calgonate® Gel and massage into the affected area every 15 minutes until medical assistance is given. |
| Sizes |
| 1 |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Ensure adequate ventilation at all times |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| No |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
