Hot aqueous solutions of ammonium nitrate above 50% concentration may decompose explosively under adiabatic conditions and confinement. Section 11 toxicology information continued tsca ammonium nitrate salt nitric acid ammonium salt 1. Chemical product and company identification product name. An, ldan, low density ammonium nitrate, ppan, porous prilled ammonium nitrate, tgan, technical grade ammonium nitrate, egan, explosive grade ammonium nitrate. Ammonium nitrate is a colourless crystalline substance melting point 169.
Ammonium nitrate is an odourless material, which is usually granulated if a fertiliser and white in appearance. Issue date 7172017 9462 south 560 west sandy, utah 84070 section 1 chemical product product name. It is a white crystalline solid and is highly soluble in water. Identification product name ammonium nitrate cat no. Addiscott, in encyclopedia of soils in the environment, 2005. First aid facilities first aid procedures, equipment, medication and training for the treatment of injury by ammonium nitrate. Calcium ammonium nitrate combustion process results in toxic nitrogen oxide and ammonia fumes, which can irritate and destroy the respiratory system.
Ammonium nitrate, liquid safety data sheet 306 05312015 en english sds ref306 412 11202012 5. Ammonium nitrate 10% n liquid fertilizer chemical name. Ammonium nitrate solution safety data sheet 311 04302015 en english sds ref 311 312. Ammonium nitrate, a salt of ammonia and nitric acid, used widely in fertilizers and explosives. Incipient stage fires at sites where ammonium nitrate is stored are the only fires that should be attacked by firefighters when human operators of fire extinguishers or fire hoses are required. Ammonium nitrate solution 2000 an last revision 0102 page 1 of 3 section 1. These forms supply 50% of their n as pure nitrate and so instantaneously increase the quantity of nitrate in topsoil from a very low value, typically about 10 kg nitraten ha.
Evacuation is recommended if the initial incipient fire, not involving ammonium nitrate, becomes intense. Immediately flush eyes with excess water for 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs. It is predominantly used in agriculture as a highnitrogen fertilizer. Avoid containers, piping, or fittings made of brass, bronze or other copper containing alloys or galvanized metals. Its other major use is as a component of explosive mixtures used in mining, quarrying, and civil construction. Call aphysicianor poison control center immediately. Ammonium thiocyanate cas no 1762954 material safety data sheet sds msds. This material contains ceric ammonium nitrate listed as water dissociable nitrate compounds, 98. Ammonium nitrate rat oral toxicity ld50 22174500 mgkg oecd guide 401 the international agency for research on cancer has not classified ammonium nitrate for its carcinogenic potential iarc 1987. Ammonium nitratebefore entering a confined space where ammonium nitrate abnormal resistance to breathing is experienced, or 3 eye may be present, check to make sure that an explosive concentration does not exist. Ammonium nitrate 90% solution can initiate a fire in hay, straw, grain, diesel oil, greases, wood articles, etc. Ammonium bisulphate material safety data sheet cas.
If more than a small quantity has been swallowed seek medical attention. Absorption of ammonium nitrate by inhalation, ingestion or through burnt or broken skin may cause dilation of blood vessels by direct smooth muscle relaxation and may also cause methaemoglobinaemia. It has a role as a fertilizer, an explosive and an oxidising agent. Ammonium metavanadate appears as a white crystalline powder. First aid measures general advice remove from exposure, lie down. Ammonium nitrate page 3 of 6 in addition, the following may be useful or required. Skin contact take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use details of the supplier of the safety data sheet. Crystalline ammonium nitrate is not usually found outside a laboratory. It is an efficient n source because it contains both nitrate and ammonium and it has a relatively high nutrient content. Ammonium nitrate ammonium nitrate was the first solid nitrogen n fertilizer produced at a large scale. Ammonium nitrate is a chemical compound, the nitrate salt of the ammonium cation. Its other major use is as a component of explosive mixtures used. Residual ammonium nitrate may explode under conditions of confinement and high temperature.
Material safety data sheet possible pulmonary oedema, the onset of which may be delayed. Ammonium nitrate is moderately toxic if large amounts are swallowed. Ammonium chloride safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Production production of ammonium nitrate is an exothermic process that results from the reaction of ammonia gas with. Ammonium nitrate, granular fertilizer grade 3400 3400 ammonium nitrate fertilizer ammonium nitrate. Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in.
It is an inorganic molecular entity, an ammonium salt and an inorganic nitrate salt. Ammonium nitrate 6484522 19930424 new jersey right to know components ammonium nitrate casno. Do not run pumps with the discharge or suction valves closed. Ammonium nitrate material safety data sheet msds stl 01 v. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. A676500 casno 6484522 synonyms nitric acid ammonium salt granularcertified acs recommended use laboratory chemicals. Safety data sheet urea ammonium nitrate uan solution 1. Evacuate the area in all directions for one 1 mile or more if any amount of ammonium nitrate is involved in a fire. This material does not contain any class 1 ozone depletors.
Section 1 identification of the material and supplier. Ans54 and sol19 ammonium nitrate is 54% as nh 4 n0 3. Composition information on ingredients name cas no. Chemtrec 8004249300 outside usa 7035273887 1216 6th ave n kent wa 98032 phone. Do not permit smoking and the use of naked lights in the storage area for ammonium nitrate 90% solution. Chile saltpeter, soda niter, sodium saltpeter, nitric acid. An 14% to 35%, weak ammonium nitrate solution, 5% to 12% nitrogen solution, 500 to 1100, non pressure nitrogen fertilizer solution. Transportation information this product is a regulated material for domestic ground transporation, per cfr title 49. Material safety data sheet page 1 of 2 ammonium nitrate. Practically nontoxic to aquatic life 103 mgl 9 hours lc50 fish. An is a popular nitrogen fertilizer in the southeastern u. This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
Wear personal protective equipment ppe as detailed in section 8 of the sds. First aid measures always seek professional medical attention after first aid measures are provided. Material safety data sheet msds maple calcium ammonium nitrate 1. Ammonium nitrate is the ammonium salt of nitric acid. It is a strong oxidizer and can react violently with other incompatible materials, so it is very important to. However nitrates can be reduced to nitrites in the body, and the formed nitrites can subsequently react with amines to form suspect carcinogens nnitrosamines.
Ammonium nitrate has a melting point of 1700c and decomposes above 2100c. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use details of the supplier of the safety. Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs 3 spillsleaks. Methods for cleaning up clean up spill area and treat as special waste. It has the chemical formula n h 4 n o 3, simplified to n 2 h 4 o 3. Safety data sheet urea ammonium nitrate uan solution sds revision date. Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Training on handling ammonium nitrate incidents using this msds should be provided before any ammonium nitrate handling or use commences.
Page 1 of 6 material safety data sheet uan urea ammonium nitrate solution msds number 2040 revised september 25, 2006 6 pages 1. Ammonium nitrate an, is a granular, nitrogenbased product with a nitrogen content of 34 or 34. Fight fire from a protected location as steam eruptions are common and splashes from hot ammonium nitrate are possible. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use. Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs 6 europeaninternational regulations canadian dslndsl. Because solid ammonium nitrate can undergo explosive decomposition when heated in a confined space, government regulations have been imposed on its shipment and storage. Training on handling ammonium nitrate 90% solution incidents using this msds should be provided before any ammonium nitrate 90% solution handling or use commences. Safety data sheet creation date 05oct2010 revision date 25apr2019 revision number 4 1. Check to make sure the respiratoruse a vacuum or a wet method to reduce dust during. In europe ammonium nitrate or calcium ammonium nitrate can is widely used. Ammonium nitrate ld50 oral, rat 2217 mgkg ammonium nitrate is listed by the iarc as group 2a, probable human carcinogen listed as nitrate or nitrite inges under conditions that result in endogenous nitrosation. It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouthto.
Ammonium nitrate will not explode due to the friction and impact found in normal handling, but it can be detonated under heat and. Precautions for safe handling handle containers carefully to prevent damage and spillage. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and incompatible. If the skin around the mouth turns blue, give oxygen to breathe. It is not in itself combustible but, as it is an oxidising agent, it can assist other materials to burn, even if air is excluded. Ammonium nitrate prill safety data sheet according to us federal register vol. Page 1 of 1 msds sodium nitrate material safety data sheet msds sodium nitrate 1. May evolve nitrogen oxides, ammonium nitrate fumes and water when heated. Ac205860000, ac205860010, ac20586, ac205865000, ac423350000, ac423350010, ac423350250, a676212, a676500, s75244 synonyms.
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