Potassium Nitrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H315, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Keep away form heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove with victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists 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. Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

2.3 Other hazards

May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Oxidizing solids Category 2 Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity following single exposure Category 3