Sodium Nitrite

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eyes: May irritate eyes. Skin: Concentrated aqueous solutions or prolonged contact with dust may cause local irritation. Inhalation: Causes irritation of the lungs and respiratory tract. Large amounts may cause systemic effects as nitrites are readily absorbed by lung tissue. Ingestion: Irritation of the mouth, throat, and stomach. Ingestion of larger amounts can result in acute toxic effects with nausea, conversion of haemoglobin to methemoglobin, marked reduction in blood pressure, unconsciousness, coma and possible death. SECTION 04: FIRSTAID Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse. Flush with large amounts of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. Eye Contact: In case of contact, or suspected contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 Inhalation, Acute: minutes and get medical attention immediately after flushing. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion: If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention. Notes to physician: Treat symptomatically. SECTION 05: FIRE EXPLOSION HAZARD AND FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLAMMABLE? No IF YES, UNDER WHICH CONDITIONS? FLASH POINT (TCC) (C): NONE FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL(% BY VOL.): Not Available UEL(% BY VOL): Not Available AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE (C): Not Available