NITRIC ACID 41 DEG

Classification (GHS-US)

Substance or mixture corrosive to metals Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Oxidizing Liquid Category 2 Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (STOT) - Repeated Exposure Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure (by inhalation).

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. 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 or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see First Aid on SDS or on this label). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire: Use direct water stream to extinguish. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a secure manner. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with local, regional and international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known Percentage of Components with Unknown Acute Toxicity: Oral: 64.6 % Dermal: 64.6 %