NITRIC ACID,

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Oxidizing liquids Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer May be corrosive to metals

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Not available

Prevention

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing Keep only in original container

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. IN CASE OF FIRE: Use water to extinguish. Do not use dry chemicals or foams. CO2 or Halon may provide limited control. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Rinse skin with water/shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations as applicable