Potassium nitrite

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H400

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Oxidizing solids Category 2 (H272) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 (H301) Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 (H400)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H301 - Toxic if swallowed H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life

Prevention

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P220 - Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P330 - Rinse mouth P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P405 - Store locked up

Disposal

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

2.3 Other hazards

May form combustible dust concentrations in air May form explosible dust-air mixture if dispersed Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids Category 2 (H272) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 (H301) Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 (H400)