**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7440-39-3 |Barium | <1.0 | 231-149-1 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7697-37-2 |Nitric acid | <10.0 | 231-714-2 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7732-18-5 |Water | 89 | 231-791-2 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes burns.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. May cause irreversible eye injury.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. Concentrated nitric acid dyes human skin yellow
on contact.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. The barium ion is a muscle
poison causing stimulation and then paralysis. Initial symptoms are
gastrointestinal, including nausea, vomiting, colic, and diarrhea,
followed by myocardial and general muscular stimulation with tingling
in the extremities.
Inhalation:
Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May
cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat,
coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema.
Chronic:
Exposure to high concentrations of nitric acid vapor may cause
pneuomonitis and pulmonary edema which may be fatal. Symptoms may or
may not be delayed. Continued exposure to the vapor & mist of nitric
acid may result in a chronic bronchitis, & more severe exposure
results in a chemical pneumonitis. The vapor & mists of nitric acid
may erode the teeth, particularly affecting the canines & incisors.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool. May react with metal surfaces to form flammable and explosive
hydrogen gas. Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and
toxic decomposition products. Concentrated nitric acid is a strong
oxidizer and contact with other material may cause fire.
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as
earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such
as sawdust. Provide ventilation. Approach spill from upwind.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes,
on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Discard
contaminated shoes. Do not use with metal spatula or other metal
items.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances. Keep away from metals. Store away from alkalies.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7440-39-3:
United States OSHA: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 0.5 mg/m3 VLE
Malaysia: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 0.5 mg/m3 MAC
Spain: 0.5 mg/m3 VLA-ED
CAS# 7697-37-2:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 ppm TWA; 5.2 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 4 ppm STEL; 10 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 2 ppm TWA; 5 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 2 ppm VLE; 5.3 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 4 ppm VLE; 10 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 2 ppm VME; 5 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 4 ppm VLE; 10 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 2 ppm TWA; 5.2 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 2 ppm OEL; 5.2 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 2 ppm TWA; 5.2 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 0.5 ppm STEL; 1.3 mg/m3 STEL
Russia: 2 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 2 ppm VLA-ED; 5.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 4 ppm VLA-EC; 10 mg/m3 VLA-EC
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Not available.
pH: acidic
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.0
Molecular Formula: Solution
Molecular Weight: 0
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. The yellow color is due to release of
nitrogen dioxide on exposure to light.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, light, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Metals, strong reducing agents, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7440-39-3: CQ8370000
CAS# 7697-37-2: QU5775000 QU5900000
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 7697-37-2: Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 260 mg/m3/30M; Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 130 mg/m3/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 67 ppm(NO2)/4H.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Barium -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Nitric acid -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: Nitric Acid Solution
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2031
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: Nitric Acid Solution
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2031
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Nitric Acid Solution
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2031
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 7697-37-2: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7440-39-3: No information available.
CAS# 7697-37-2: 1
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 7440-39-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7697-37-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7440-39-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7697-37-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7440-39-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7697-37-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
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