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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
exposure limits are exceeded. Whether a chemical cartridge respirator or a self-contained breathing apparatus is sufficient for effective
respiratory protection depends on the type and magnitude of exposure.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical splash goggles, approved for use with ammonia, must be worn to prevent eye contact with liquid or vapor.
A face shield should be used for increased protection from contact with liquid.
VENTILATION: Local positive pressure and/or exhaust ventilation should be used to reduce vapor concentrations in confined spaces.
Ammonia vapor, being lighter than air, can be expected to dissipate to the upper atmosphere. Ammonia concentrations may also be
reduced by the use of an appropriate absorbent or reactant material.
OTHER EQUIPMENT: Emergency eye wash stations and deluge safety showers must be available in the work area. Post a list of
emergency response contacts and telephone numbers.
Boiling Point: -28.1°F
Solubility In Water: High
Melting Point: -107.9°F
STABILITY: Material generally considered stable. However, heating above ambient temperatures causes the vapor pressure of ammonia
to increase rapidly.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid): Ammonia can react violently with strong acids. Under certain conditions, ammonia reacts
with bromine, chlorine, fluorine or iodine to form compounds which explode spontaneously. Reactions of ammonia with gold, silver or
mercury to form explosive fulminate-like compounds have been reported.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen on heating to over 850°F. The decomposition temperature may be lowered
to 575°F by contact with certain metals such as nickel.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
Ammonia is a strong alkali and readily damages all body tissues. Ammonia is not a cumulative metabolic poison.
Aquatic Toxicity:2.0-2.5 ppm/1-4 days/goldfish & yellow perch/LC; 60-80 ppm/3 days/crawfish/LC
Waterfowl Toxicity:
Biochemical Oxygen Demand:
Food Chain Concentration Potential:
Recover ammonia if feasible. Otherwise, let ammonia evaporate if appropriate. Only personnel experienced in ammonia spills should add
water to liquid ammonia. Dispose of diluted ammonia as a fertilizer or in an industrial process. For Hazardous Waste Regulations call
1-800-424-9346, the RCRA Hotline.
Proper shipping name:
DOT Hazard Class:
Identification Number:
Packing Group:
NOTICE: This product is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA (1986, Section 313 of Title III) and 40 CFR Part 370.
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200: Ammonia is considered a hazardous chemical.
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200: Ammonia is considered a hazardous chemical.
EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT (SARA, TITLE III): Section 302
Extremely Hazardous Substance: Yes; Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: Immediate (acute) health hazards;
Section 313 Toxic Chemical: Yes
CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302: This product contains ammonia which if released to the environment in quantities of 100 lbs.
or more requires notification to the National Response Center in Washington, DC at 1-800-424-8802.
WHMIS: One Percent (1%) CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
OSHA PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT, 29 CFR 1910.119: This product is subject to the Process Safety Management requirements
of 29 CFR 1910.119 if maintained on-site in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or greater.
EPA CHEMICAL ACCIDENT RELEASE PREVENTION, 40 CFR PART 68: This product is subject to the Risk Management Plan
requirements of 40 CFR Part 68 if maintained on-site in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or greater.
DRINKING WATER: Maximum use dosage in potable water is 5 mg/l.
This information is taken from sources or based upon data believed to be reliable, however, LaRoche Industries Inc. makes no warranty as to the absolute correctness or
sufficiency of any of the foregoing or that additional or other measures may not be required under particular conditions.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory protection approved by NIOSH/MSHA for ammonia must be used when
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Vapor Pressure: 4802.9 mm Hg @60°F
Percent Volatile By Volume: 100%
Specific Gravity: 0.62 @ 60°F (water=1)
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not applicable.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
120 ppm
Not pertinent
None
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Domestic Shipments
Ammonia, Anhydrous, Liquefied
2.2 (nonflammable gas)
UN1005
None
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Vapor Density: 0.60 @ 32°F (Air=1)
pH: Approx. 11.6 for 1 N Soln. in water
Appearance: Colorless (pungent) gas
100
International Shipments
Ammonia, Anhydrous, Liquefied
2.3 (poison gas)
UN1005
None
Reproductive:
No
Carcinogen: No
; 8.2 ppm/96hr/fatheadminnow/TLm
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