Sodium Nitrite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H319, H400, H411

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Oxidizing liquids or solids (Category C), H272 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category C), H301 Eye irritation (Category A), H319 Aquatic toxicity (Acute or Chronic) (Category A), H400, H411

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P321 Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards

- none

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing liquids or solids (Category C), H272 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category C), H301 Eye irritation (Category A), H319 Aquatic toxicity (Acute or Chronic) (Category A), H400, H411