Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

2-Nitropropane

Name: 2-Nitropropane
Brand: Merck Life Science UK Limited

by Merck Life Science UK Limited

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

2-Nitropropane is supplied by Merck Life Science UK Limited under product code 130265. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under GHS/CLP regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 11 September 2021. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: GHS/CLP
Revision Date: 11 Sep 2021
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: 130265
CAS Number: 79-46-9

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS09Environment

GHS08Health hazard

GHS02Flammable

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS06Acute toxicity

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H331: Toxic if inhaled.
H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350: May cause cancer.
H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for 2-Nitropropane issued by Merck Life Science Uk Limited on 11 September 2021 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Medium Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H350: May cause cancer

P201 Obtain special instructions before use

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H331: Toxic if inhaled

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

3 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects

P201 Obtain special instructions before use

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P405 Store locked up.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

Need to download the Chemical Risk Assessment? The full CRA PDF includes all hazard classifications, regulatory statements and recommended controls.

Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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