Copper(II) nitrate, trihydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H314, H335

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification in Accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS): Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/ other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting. Fire: In case of fire, use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Oxidizing Solids Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organ(s) - Respiratory system