SILVER NITRATE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification Oxidizing Solids, Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Oral, Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 1B Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 1 Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1 Chronic Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

2.3 Other hazards

None

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precautions to avoid mixing with combustible materials. Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye and face protection. In case of fire: Use water to extinguish. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors or spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. If swallowed: Call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth, do not swallow. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid release to the environment. Collect spillage. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing Solids, Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Oral, Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 1B Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 1 Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1 Chronic Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1