Sodium Nitrate Solution

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview This product is a clear, colorless liquid. This product is an oxidizer. This product is irritating to the eyes and skin. Inhalation of mists or sprays of this product has potential for moderate irritation of mucous membranes. This product may react with combustible materials to cause ignition.

Potential health effects

Eyes Contact with the eyes can cause moderate irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain and redness. Severe overexposure can result in swelling of the conjunctiva along with tissue damage. Skin This product is moderately irritating to the skin and other contaminated tissue. Depending on the duration of contact, symptoms will include reddening, discomfort, irritation, and possible tissue damage. Prolonged and/or repeated skin contact with this product may cause irritation/dermatitis. No components in this product are known to be absorbed through the skin. Ingestion Ingestion of this product can be harmful or fatal. Immediately upon contact, this product will cause irritation and burns of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and other tissues of the digestive system. Overexposure symptoms include: nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Severe ingestion overexposures can result in convulsions and collapse. The nitrate component of this product may damage the oxygen transport system of the blood. Severe ingestion exposures can be fatal. Repeated ingestion of small amounts of this product may cause weakness, depression, headaches, and mental impairment. Inhalation Inhalation of vapors, mists, or sprays of this product may irritate the nose, throat, and lungs. Symptoms may include: sneezing, coughing and difficulty breathing. Most symptoms are alleviated, when the overexposure ends.

HMIS® ratings

Health 2 Fire 0

Physical hazards

0 Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard