Skin contact with nitrogen dioxide

Colorless gas or liquid with an odor like ether. The odor has also been described as sweet and reminiscent of bruised apples. Industrially, it can be found diluted with a variety of gases including carbon dioxide, fluorocarbon 12, and nitrogen. This material is hazardous through inhalation, and ingestion, and produces local skin/eye impacts. Exposure to high vapor concentrations or direct contact with liquid may cause burns to the eyes and skin. 

Handling, Storage, and Precaution do not breathe dust avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Reacts with water, oxygen, and carbon dioxide, and may ignite on exposure to air at elevated temperatures. Handle in an inert atmosphere box or bag and conduct reactions under an inert atmosphere in a fume hood. Store in small lots in sealed containers under nitrogen. 

If large amounts of this compound are inhaled, the person should be moved to fresh air and medical attention should be sought at once. In the event of skin contact, immediately wash with soap and water and remove contaminated clothing. In case of eye contact, wash promptly with copious amounts of water for 15 min (lifting upper and lower lids occasionally) and obtain medical attention. If nitrogen dioxide is ingested, obtain medical attention immediately. 

Note 8—Carbon dioxide (solid) and liquid nitrogen liberate gasses that can cause suffocation. Contact with skin causes bums, freezing, or both. 

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