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Nitric Acid Safe Use Guidelines Use in ventilated areas and in proximity to eyewash and safety shower stations, hile wearing compatible gloves, safety goggles, and a lab coat. Avoid contact with metals! Nitric acid is extremely corrosive in the presence of aluminum, copper, and oxides and attacks all base metals.

Exposure to nitric acid can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and mucous membrane; it can also cause delayed pulmonary edema, pneumonitis, bronchitis, and dental erosion. Nitric acid is highly corrosive. Workers may be harmed from exposure to nitric acid.

ERG Guide #: 157 Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive) REACTIVE LIQUID Nitric Acid is not combustible, but it is a STRONG OXIDIZER that enhances the combustion of other substances.

The SDS includes information such as the properties of each chemical; the physical, health, and environmental health hazards; protective measures; and safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) required Nitric acid is often diluted with water producing a large amount of heat and corrosive fumes. A face shield is required in case of any splashing or accidental violent reactions. Safety goggles are needed to protect the eyes from any splashing or fumes.

Overview. Nitric acid (HNO₃) is a colorless liquid with yellow or red fumes with an acrid odor. Exposure to nitric acid can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and mucous membrane; it can also cause delayed pulmonary edema, pneumonitis, bronchitis, and dental erosion. Nitric acid is highly corrosive.

A hazardous chemical, as defined by the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), is any chemical which can cause a physical or a health hazard. This determination is made by the chemical manufacturer, as described in 29 CFR 1910.1200(d).

Hazard Statements (GHS-US) : H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer. H290 - May be corrosive to metals. H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 - Causes serious eye damage.