Sodium nitrite

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

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Toxic if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children Causes damage to organs(blood) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(blood) Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other 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. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth.

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.