General Information
Product name
SODIUM NITRATE
Product Synonyms
NaNO3, "Chile saltpeter", "Chilean saltpetre", "nitric acid sodium salt", "soda niter"
CAS No.
7631-99-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Oxidising agent, solid rocket propellants. Component of fertilisers, flux, glass manufacture, refrigerant, dyes, pharmaceuticals, colour fixative and enamels for pottery. Manufacture of nitric acid Preservative in preserved and cured meats Food additive 251. Used in designated foods in very small quantities
supplier name
S D FINE- CHEM LIMITED
Emergency telephone
91- 22- 24959898, 91- 22- 24959899, 91- 22- 24937232
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Company Information
company name
S D FINE- CHEM LIMITED
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
technical@sdfine.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H316, H319, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification GHS Classification Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Eye Irritation Category 2A Page 2 of 12 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Oxidizing Solid Category 3 Respiratory Irritation Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 3 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW HAZARD WARNING Determined by using GHS criteria H335 H272 H302 H316 H319 May cause respiratory irritation May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Keep away from heat. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustible or incompatible materials.
Response
If skin irritation occurs, seek medical advice/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/attention. Wear eye/face protection. Specific treatment: refer to Label or MSDS.
Storage
Store away from combustibles and incompatible materials Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with relevant legislation.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Eye Irritation Category 2A Page 2 of 12 Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Oxidizing Solid Category 3 Respiratory Irritation Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 3 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW HAZARD WARNING Determined by using GHS criteria: H335 H272 H302 H316 H319 May cause respiratory irritation May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation
