General Information
Revision date
2022-02-15
Product name
Nitric Acid 50 - 65%
Product Synonyms
Nitric Acid 50 – 65%
CAS No.
7697-37-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
To be used as a nitrating agent. Intermediate process product for production of Ammonium Nitrate
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Company Information
company name
Austin Powder Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H314, H331
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Code
Hazard categories
H290 Corrosive to metals 1 H314 Skin corrosion/irritation 1A, 1B, 1C H331 Acute toxicity, inhalation 3
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Toxic if inhaled
Precautionary statements
Keep only in original container. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. 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/doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use water only in flooding quantities. Water spray can also be used to keep fire exposed containers cooled. Do not use chemical or foam as extinguishing agents. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant stainless steel container with a resistant inner liner. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
none
