Nitroethane

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H302+H332, H412

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001205

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 4

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H302 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled

Prevention

P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P242 - Use non-sparking tools P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P330 - Rinse mouth

Storage

P403 + P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates