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Product Name: Lead Nitrate
Synonyms: Lead Dinitrate, Plumbous Nitrate
Chemical Formula: Pb(NO3)2
CAS Number: 10099-74-8
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, used in mining, dyeing, pyrotechnics
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Emergency Contact: National Poison Control Center or Chemtrec
Classification: Acute toxicity, reproductive toxicity, specific target organ toxicity, hazardous to aquatic life
GHS Label Elements: Corrosive, toxic skull and crossbones, health hazard, environmental hazard pictograms
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: May cause cancer, suspected of damaging fertility, causes damage to organs through prolonged exposure, very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements: Avoid all skin contact, do not breathe dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid release to environment, store locked up
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact
Effects of Exposure: Long-term exposure leads to kidney, nervous system, and reproductive damage
Chemical Name: Lead Nitrate
Concentration: 97-100%
CAS Number: 10099-74-8
Impurities: Trace amounts of lead oxides or other nitrate compounds possible depending on supplier
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air, give oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical help immediately
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth thoroughly, seek immediate medical attention, never give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, obtain medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with generous amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids to rinse well, seek immediate medical care
Indications for Medical Attention: Chronic symptoms may occur long after brief exposures, check for symptoms of kidney, blood, or nervous system problems
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO2, or foam—do not use water jets directly on the product
Hazardous Combustion Products: Oxides of nitrogen, toxic lead fumes
Special Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear as lead fumes and decomposition products are highly toxic
Other Considerations: Lead Nitrate is not flammable but accelerates burning of combustible materials, move containers from fire area if possible, prevent runoff from reaching water sources
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, safety goggles, dust mask or respirator, prevent all unnecessary exposure
Environmental Precautions: Do not let spill enter drains, sewers, or waterways, notify proper authorities about significant releases
Methods for Cleanup: Carefully sweep up and collect material, avoid dust formation, place in labeled containers for disposal, ventilate area after cleanup
Decontamination: After removal of material, wash area with soap and water and dispose of wash water according to local laws
Handling: Only use in well-ventilated areas, prevent formation of dust, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during use, wear recommended protection
Storage Conditions: Keep in tightly closed containers, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from combustible materials and reducing agents, never reuse empty container
Incompatibilities: Reducing agents, organic materials, acids, combustible substances
Engineering Measures: Use process enclosures and local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne concentrations
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL: 0.05 mg/m³ (as Pb); ACGIH TLV: 0.05 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Use fume hoods, process enclosures, and local exhaust to keep exposure below limits
Personal Protection: Chemical resistant gloves (nitrile is preferred), lab coat, safety goggles, face shield for large volumes, NIOSH-approved respirator in case of dust
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using the restroom, do not take contaminated clothing home, use safety shower and eye-wash station if necessary
Appearance: White, crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 470°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Soluble in water (52g/100ml at 20°C), insoluble in alcohol
Density: 4.53 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Other Properties: Will decompose and release toxic fumes at higher temperatures
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, contact with organic materials, strong acids or reducing agents
Hazardous Reactions: Strong oxidizer, can react violently with organic matter, may form explosive compounds with certain substances
Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, lead oxides, toxic metallic fumes
Acute Toxicity: Ingestion or inhalation may cause vomiting, abdominal pain, convulsions, and muscle cramps
Chronic Effects: Lead bioaccumulates, causing anemia, kidney dysfunction, damage to nervous and reproductive systems, risk of developmental harm in children
Carcinogenicity: Listed as a probable human carcinogen by IARC and NTP
Mutagenicity and Teratogenicity: Evidence exists for mutagenic and reproductive health effects
Sensitization: Not regarded as a skin sensitizer, but repeated contact damages skin
Ecotoxicity: Acute and chronic harm to aquatic organisms, persistent in soil and water, highly toxic to invertebrates and fish
Mobility: Moves slowly through soil but can leach into water systems
Persistence and Degradability: Not biodegradable, lead accumulates in sediments and biological tissue
Potential for Bioaccumulation: Strong tendency to bioaccumulate in aquatic life and transfer up the food chain
Disposal Methods: Treat as hazardous waste, dispose of according to federal, state, and local laws for toxic heavy metals
Contaminated Packaging: Do not reuse, triple-rinse and treat rinsate as hazardous waste, send for proper disposal
Additional Notes: Never discharge to environment, consult hazardous waste regulations for generator status and manifesting
UN Number: UN1469
UN Proper Shipping Name: Lead Nitrate
Transport Hazard Class: 5.1 (Oxidizer)
Packing Group: II
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant, ensure secure and leak-proof packaging during transit
Special Precautions: Emergency response guide number 140, staff must have training in hazardous materials procedures for spills or leaks
OSHA: Subject to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, listed toxic substance
EPA: Listed as a hazardous pollutant under Clean Air Act and hazardous substance under CERCLA and SARA Title III
TSCA: Lead compounds are listed as toxic substances
RCRA: Listed hazardous waste (D008, for lead-containing wastes)
Other Regulations: Covered by EPCRA, subject to reporting for accidental releases and SARA 313; state and local regulations may be stricter than federal standards
