ethyl nitrate
See how the hazards of ethyl nitrate combine into label elements for your jurisdiction (EU CLP, GB CLP, OSHA HazCom) — the correct pictograms, signal word and H-statements, with CLP Article 26 precedence applied and explained.
Handling and Storage Guidance for ethyl nitrate
ethyl nitrate is classified as explosive. Storage must comply with national explosives regulations — only in approved explosive storage magazines, away from all ignition sources, heat, and friction. Quantities must be minimised and access restricted to authorised personnel only.
This substance carries the signal word DANGER, indicating the more severe hazard categories under GHS/CLP. Facilities handling ethyl nitrate should ensure a written hazard communication programme, including current SDS, employee training records, and GHS-compliant labelling on all containers.
This information is provided for reference only. Always consult the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable national regulations before handling this substance.
The GHS classification shown above for ethyl nitrate corresponds to Section 2 of its Safety Data Sheet. Learn how a compliant 16-section SDS is structured and authored.