SODIUM NITRATE DRY GROUND INTERMEDIATE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H303, H319, H350

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture OXIDIZING SOLIDS - Category 3 ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 5 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B Target organs Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown hazards to the aquatic environment: 99.8%

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. May be harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause cancer.

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.

Response

IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.

Storage

Not applicable.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

May form explosible dust-air mixture if dispersed. Handling and/or processing of this material may generate a dust which can cause mechanical irritation of the eyes, skin, nose and throat.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OXIDIZING SOLIDS - Category 3 substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 5 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B Target organs : Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood. Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown hazards to the aquatic environment: 99.8%