3w/v%-Nitric acid ethanol solution

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 Carcinogenicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity: Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(respiratory apparatus/system) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(liver) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(respiratory apparatus/system; teeth; CNS) (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs after single exposure(respiratory apparatus/system) May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(liver) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(respiratory apparatus/system; teeth; CNS)

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. (as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority.) Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Highly flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.