General Information
Revision date
2016-01-08
Product name
Code(s)0598 - Sodium Nitrate
Product Synonyms
Sodium Nitrate
CAS No.
7631-99-4
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
VWR International, LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@amresco-inc.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
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) Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A Oxidizing solids Category 3
2.2 Label elements
Emergency Overview Warning
Hazard statements
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer Appearance White Physical State Solid Odor No information available
Prevention
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 - .? 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 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Not regulated
