Nitric Acid 42 Baumé

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OXIDIZING LIQUIDS - Category 3 CORROSIVE TO METALS - Category 1 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1A SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May intensify fire; oxidizer. May be corrosive to metals.

Precautionary statements

General : Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves and eye or face protection. Wear protective clothing. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles and other incompatible materials. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store away from combustibles.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.