Sodium nitrite cryst. for synthesis

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H319, H341, H373, H400, H411

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids (Category 3), H272 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2), H341 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2), H373 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (Category 1), H400 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard (Category 2), H411 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.

Other hazards

- none