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Identification

Name:
nitrogen
CAS:
7727-37-9
EC/EINECS:
231-783-9
Molecular Formula:
N2
International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC):
1198@1199
Uses:
adhesive degreaser detergent dye cleaner conditioner fuel herbicide pesticide fertilizer scent explosive glue

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)

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Specific health risks

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Substances classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO) according to their evidence of carcinogenicity in humans. Groups range from 1 (proven human carcinogen) to 4 (probably not carcinogenic to humans). The IARC classification is an international reference in occupational and environmental health.

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Environmental regulations

LPCIC (EPER)

Priority substances and specific pollutants within the EU water policy framework, established by the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and the Priority Substances Directive (2008/105/EC and amendments). Substances posing significant risk to European surface waters and subject to Environmental Quality Standards (EQS).

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EPER Soil ?

Substances from List 3 of Annex III of the IPPC Directive (integrated into the Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU). Substances present in waste generated by IPPC installations that must be controlled and minimised within the framework of best available techniques.

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