SODIUM NITRITE,

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Oxidizing solids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May intensify fire; oxidizer

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/ .? /combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles .?

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see .? on this label) IN CASE OF FIRE: Flood with water to extinguish. 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. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

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