Code(s)0587 - Nitric Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H314

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Sub-category Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Oxidizing liquids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview Danger

Hazard statements

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer Appearance Clear to Slightly yellow Physical State Liquid haze-free Odor Acrid Suffocating

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles - .?

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see .? on this label) 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 or doctor/physician IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not regulated

Further information

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects