Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
≤0.5
General Information
Revision date
2025-08-01
Product name
BASIC COPPER NITRATE
Product Synonyms
BCN
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Oxidizer component of gas generant for automotive air bag inflators
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 1-703-527-3887, +1-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
The Shepherd Chemical Company
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SDS@shepchem.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H318, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA defined hazards Hazards for the product as sold
Physical hazards
Oxidizing solids Category 2
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. 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/doctor. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. Collect spillage.
Storage
Store in a closed container. Store away from incompatible materials.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Exposure to powder or dusts may be irritating to eyes, nose and throat. Dangerous for the
Classified (HNOC)
environment if discharged into watercourses.
Additional information
None.
