Lead nitrate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intesify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if inhaled. May cause drowiness or dizziness. May cause cancer. May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. 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

Inhalation Eyes IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Ingestion Fire IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physciain if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. 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 with long lasting effects.