Diluted Nitroglycerin

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 1 (cardiovascular system) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 exposure

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Causes damage to organs (cardiovascular system). May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If exposed Call a poison center/doctor. In case of fire Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.