NITRATES INORGANIC, N.O.S

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H302, H317, H319, H334, H341, H350, H360F, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. ChemWatch Hazard Ratings Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low Reactivity 2 2 = Moderate 3 = High Chronic 3 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule Not Applicable Oxidizing Liquid Category 2, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Sensitizer Category 1, Respiratory Sensitizer [1] Category 1, Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2, Carcinogenicity Category 1B, Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360F May damage fertility. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. AUH031 Contact with acid liberates toxic gas.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/organic material. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/organic material/combustible materials.

Response

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P321 Specific treatment (see advice on this label). P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets for extinction. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.