General Information
Version
6.1
Revision date
2022-12-23
Product name
SODIUM NITRATE
Product Synonyms
saltpeter; sodium nitrate ACS crystals; NiterSee; nitrate de sodium; niter (VAN); sodium(I) nitrate (1:1); etabisulfite; industrial
Chemical name
Not Available
CAS No.
7631-99-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
colour fixative and enamels for pottery. Manufacture of nitric acid. Preservative in preserved and cured meats. Food additive 251 Used in designated foods in very small quantities. [~Dye ~]
Emergency telephone
+61 08 8440 2000, +61 3 8727 6300, +61 1800 951 288, +61 3 9573 3188
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
CHEMSUPPLY AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales@chemsupply.com.au, info@chemsupply.com.au, TechSupport.ANZ@merckgroup.com, ANZinfo@thermofisher.com, ininfo@thermofisher.com, CustomerSupport.ANZ@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H315, H319, H335, H341, H351, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Warning Hazard statement(s) H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets to extinguish. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider if you feel unwell. Continued... P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P330 Rinse mouth. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. No further product hazard information.
