Lead(II) nitrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H317, H318, H350, H360, H372

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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 Rinse mouth Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Oxidizing solids Category 2 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Kidney, Liver, Blood.