General Information
Revision date
2017-06-27
Product name
ZINC NITRATE
Product Synonyms
N2-O6-Zn; Zn(NO3)2.6H2O; nitric acid, zinc salt; nitrate de zinc; zinc nitrate hexahydrate; hydrate - CAS RN
Chemical name
zinc nitrate
CAS No.
13778-30-8;
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used as an acidic catalyst, latex coagulant, reagent, intermediate, and as a mordant in dyeing
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H315, H319, H335, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
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 2 = Moderate Reactivity 2 3 = High Chronic 0 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule Not Applicable [1] Oxidizing Solid Category 2, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1, Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation), Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 1, Eye Irritation Category 2A 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. H315 Causes skin irritation. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/organic material. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/organic material/combustible materials. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets for extinction. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P391 Collect spillage. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
