NITRIC ACID, TECHNICAL

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Oxidizing liquids Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May intensify fire; oxidizer May be corrosive to metals Physical state Liquid Odor Acrid

Prevention

Do not breathe dusts or mists Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Keep only in original container

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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 doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

No information available.