Copper (II) nitrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H290, H302, H312, H314, H315, H317, H319, H332, H334, H335, H341, H350, H351, H360, H400, H410, H412

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Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia. Classification under Safe Work Australia Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2 Substances/mixtures corrosive to metal Category 1

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Category 1 C B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Category 1 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Corrosion

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Category 1

2.2 Label elements

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Danger

Hazard statements

H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H302 - Harmful if swallowed H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H315 - Causes skin irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H312 - Harmful in contact with skin H332 - Harmful if inhaled H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H290 - May be corrosive to metals H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects if inhaled H350 - May cause cancer H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking P220 - Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles P234 - Keep only in original container P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves P285 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P330 - Rinse mouth P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical or foam for extinction P390 - Absorb spillage to prevent material damage P304 + P341 - IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P402 - Store in a dry place P406 - Store in corrosion resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

No information available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia Physical hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2 Substances/mixtures corrosive to metal Category 1 Health hazards Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Category 1 C B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Category 1 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3 Environmental hazards Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Category 1