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 May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if inhaled Appearance No information available Physical state liquid Odor Pungent

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep only in original container Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials Use only in well-ventilated areas

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 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

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