| Product | Nitric acid |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Avantor Performance Materials |
| Composition | 65–70% nitric acid, 30–35% water; liquid |
| Synonyms | HNO3, aqua fortis, azotic acid |
| Typical Uses | Metal etchant, component of glass etchant solution |
| Hazards | 
Corrosive to metals Category 1
,
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
,
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A
,
Oxidizing liquids Category 3
,
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure Category 3
(respiratory tract) |
| Storage | Cabinet 8 (acids cabinet in Wet Aisle 1) |
| Disposal | If used as a metal etchant, it must be collected in a dedicated waste bottle and disposed of as hazardous waste. If used in a glass etchant, it may be aspirated after the process in the Wet Deck 1A/1B, as per standard HF handling protocols. |
| Comments | Component of Borofloat Etch and Glass Etch. |
| Status | STOCKED RESTRICTED USE |
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