Sodium Nitrite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H319, H341, H361, H362, H370, H373, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Oxidizing solids: Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Germ cell mutagenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity - effects on or via lactation: Additional category Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(blood) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(blood)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272-May intensify fire; oxidizer H301-Toxic if swallowed H319-Causes serious eye irritation H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects H361-Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H362-May cause harm to breast-fed children H370-Causes damage to organs after single exposure H373-May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400-Very toxic to aquatic life H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Oxidizing material. Organic or combustible material may catch fire in contact with it.