SODIUM NITRITE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H240, H272, H301, H317, H319, H335, H400

Code

Statements

H240

Heating may cause an explosion

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. Poisons Schedule S7 Self Reactive Type A, Oxidizing Solid Category 3, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 3, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Sensitizer Category 1*, Specific target [1] organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation)*, Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 1 *LIMITED EVIDENCE Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H240 Heating may cause an explosion. H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.* H335 May cause respiratory irritation.* H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. *LIMITED EVIDENCE

Supplemental label elements

Not Applicable

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/organic material. P234 Keep only in original container. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P330 Rinse mouth. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets for extinction.

Storage

P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C/86°F (see storage requirements on SDS). P420 Store away from other materials.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.