Sodium Nitrite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H300, H319, H330, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification of the substance or mixture GHS classification in accordance with: UN GHS rev. 5 Acute toxicity, inhalation (chapter 3.1), Cat. 1 Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 2 Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2A Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1 Oxidizing solids (chapter 2.14), Cat. 3 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram

Signal word

Danger Hazard statement(s) H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer H300 Fatal if swallowed H319 Causes serious eye irritation H330 Fatal if inhaled H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/... P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/... P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label). P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use … to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P403+P233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to …

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None Statement regarding ingredients of unknown toxicity 2% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute oral toxicity. 2% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment. 2% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS classification in accordance with: UN GHS rev. 5 - Acute toxicity, inhalation (chapter 3.1), Cat. 1 - Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 2 - Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2A - Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1 - Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1