Nitric Acid, 70% w/w, Trace Metal

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1) Oxidizing liquids (Category 2) Corrosive to metals (Category 1)

2.3 Other hazards

or covered by GHS None identified.

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage. May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. May be corrosive to metals.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. - No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Wash areas of contact/exposure thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and clothing and eye protection . IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. Get medical help. In all cases of contact: Get emergency medical help immediately. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide (CO2) for extinction. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Store locked up. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state, federal and international regulations.