STRONTIUM NITRATE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Classification:

Hazard statements

Acute Toxicity - Oral 4 Harmful if swallowed. Skin Corrosion/Irritation 2 Causes skin irritation. Eye Damage/Irritation 2A Causes serious eye irritation. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) 3 May cause respiratory irritation. Oxidizing Solids 3 May intensify fire; oxidizer.

Signal word

WARNING

Prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep and store away from clothing, combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors, spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, eye protection, face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Call a poison center, doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center, doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see first aid section on this label) Rinse mouth. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice, attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice, attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Storage

Store locked up in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of contents, container in accordance with all governmental regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No information available