440 NITRIC ACID, 35%

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1 Oxidizing liquids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May be corrosive to metals Harmful if inhaled May intensify a fire; oxidizer Appearance aqueous solution Physical state liquid Odor Acrid odor

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep only in original container Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only in well-ventilated areas Keep away from heat. Keep/store away from clothing/combustibles. Take any precautions to avoid mixing with combustibles.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see Section 4 on this label) 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/physician IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting Absorb spillage to prevent material damag In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a corrosive resistant container.

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

Harmful to aquatic life