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. Page 1 of 6 material safety data sheet uan urea ammonium nitrate solution msds number 2040 revised september 25, 2006 6 pages 1. May evolve nitrogen oxides, ammonium nitrate fumes and water when heated. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Do not permit smoking and the use of naked lights in the storage area for ammonium nitrate 90% solution. Ammonium nitrate is a colourless crystalline substance melting point 169. Ammonium metavanadate appears as a white crystalline powder. Effects from exposure to decomposition products including nitrogen dioxide possible decomposition component of blasting fumes can include chest discomfort, shortness of breath and possible pulmonary. Check to make sure the respiratoruse a vacuum or a wet method to reduce dust during. First aid measures always seek professional medical attention after first aid measures are provided. Production production of ammonium nitrate is an exothermic process that results from the reaction of ammonia gas with.
An is a popular nitrogen fertilizer in the southeastern u. 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. Calcium ammonium nitrate combustion process results in toxic nitrogen oxide and ammonia fumes, which can irritate and destroy the respiratory system. Ammonium nitrate, granular fertilizer grade 3400 3400 ammonium nitrate fertilizer ammonium nitrate. Residual ammonium nitrate may explode under conditions of confinement and high temperature. Safety data sheet urea ammonium nitrate uan solution sds revision date. Wear personal protective equipment ppe as detailed in section 8 of the sds. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use details of the supplier of the safety data sheet. Precautions for safe handling handle containers carefully to prevent damage and spillage. Evacuate the area in all directions for one 1 mile or more if any amount of ammonium nitrate is involved in a fire. Ammonium nitrate has a melting point of 1700c and decomposes above 2100c.
It is an efficient n source because it contains both nitrate and ammonium and it has a relatively high nutrient content. Chemtrec 8004249300 outside usa 7035273887 1216 6th ave n kent wa 98032 phone. Methods for cleaning up clean up spill area and treat as special waste. 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. It is a strong oxidizer and can react violently with other incompatible materials, so it is very important to. Chile saltpeter, soda niter, sodium saltpeter, nitric acid.
Practically nontoxic to aquatic life 103 mgl 9 hours lc50 fish. Ammonium nitrate material safety data sheet msds stl 01 v. Call aphysicianor poison control center immediately. Avoid containers, piping, or fittings made of brass, bronze or other copper containing alloys or galvanized metals. 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. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. It is predominantly used in agriculture as a highnitrogen fertilizer.
Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs 6 europeaninternational regulations canadian dslndsl. Ammonium nitrate is moderately toxic if large amounts are swallowed. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use details of the supplier of the safety. 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. This material does not contain any class 1 ozone depletors. Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in. Ammonium nitrate 90% solution can initiate a fire in hay, straw, grain, diesel oil, greases, wood articles, etc.
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. Ammonium nitrate is the ammonium salt of nitric acid. Material safety data sheet page 1 of 2 ammonium nitrate. Ammonium nitrate prill safety data sheet according to us federal register vol. It has the chemical formula n h 4 n o 3, simplified to n 2 h 4 o 3.
Ammonium thiocyanate cas no 1762954 material safety data sheet sds msds. This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants. Skin contact take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Because solid ammonium nitrate can undergo explosive decomposition when heated in a confined space, government regulations have been imposed on its shipment and storage. Ammonium nitrate ammonium nitrate was the first solid nitrogen n fertilizer produced at a large scale. Do not run pumps with the discharge or suction valves closed. Ammonium nitrate is a chemical compound, the nitrate salt of the ammonium cation.
Ammonium nitrate solution 36 safety data sheet section 1. This material contains ceric ammonium nitrate listed as water dissociable nitrate compounds, 98. Ammonium nitrate an, is a granular, nitrogenbased product with a nitrogen content of 34 or 34. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and incompatible. First aid measures general advice remove from exposure, lie down. Its other major use is as a component of explosive mixtures used in mining, quarrying, and civil construction. Section 11 toxicology information continued tsca ammonium nitrate salt nitric acid ammonium salt 1. Safety data sheet urea ammonium nitrate uan solution 1. Training on handling ammonium nitrate 90% solution incidents using this msds should be provided before any ammonium nitrate 90% solution handling or use commences. Uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.
In europe ammonium nitrate or calcium ammonium nitrate can is widely used. Immediately flush eyes with excess water for 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. 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. Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs 3 spillsleaks. 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. Ammonium nitrate, a salt of ammonia and nitric acid, used widely in fertilizers and explosives. Evacuation is recommended if the initial incipient fire, not involving ammonium nitrate, becomes intense. Ac205860000, ac205860010, ac20586, ac205865000, ac423350000, ac423350010, ac423350250, a676212, a676500, s75244 synonyms.
Hot aqueous solutions of ammonium nitrate above 50% concentration may decompose explosively under adiabatic conditions and confinement. Ammonium nitrate 6484522 19930424 new jersey right to know components ammonium nitrate casno. It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouthto. Ammonium nitrate page 3 of 6 in addition, the following may be useful or required. 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 bisulphate material safety data sheet cas. Identification product name ammonium nitrate cat no. Transportation information this product is a regulated material for domestic ground transporation, per cfr title 49. Identification of the substance product identifier synonymous suppliers name preparation date nitrogen calcium compound fertilizer nitrogen calcium compound fertilizer canadian agri products usa corp. A676500 casno 6484522 synonyms nitric acid ammonium salt granularcertified acs recommended use laboratory chemicals. 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.
Ammonium nitrate is an odourless material, which is usually granulated if a fertiliser and white in appearance. Ammonium nitrate 10% n liquid fertilizer chemical name. Ammonium nitrate will not explode due to the friction and impact found in normal handling, but it can be detonated under heat and. Ammonium chloride safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Material safety data sheet msds maple calcium ammonium nitrate 1. Material safety data sheet ceric ammonium nitrate, acs.
Ammonium nitrate, liquid safety data sheet 306 05312015 en english sds ref306 412 11202012 5. Ans54 and sol19 ammonium nitrate is 54% as nh 4 n0 3. An 14% to 35%, weak ammonium nitrate solution, 5% to 12% nitrogen solution, 500 to 1100, non pressure nitrogen fertilizer solution. Its other major use is as a component of explosive mixtures used. If more than a small quantity has been swallowed seek medical attention. Ammonium nitrate solution safety data sheet 311 04302015 en english sds ref 311 312. An, ldan, low density ammonium nitrate, ppan, porous prilled ammonium nitrate, tgan, technical grade ammonium nitrate, egan, explosive grade ammonium nitrate. It is an inorganic molecular entity, an ammonium salt and an inorganic nitrate salt. Ingestion of large amount may cause systemic ammonia poisoning and nitrate poisoning. If the skin around the mouth turns blue, give oxygen to breathe. Safety data sheet creation date 05oct2010 revision date 25apr2019 revision number 4 1. It has a role as a fertilizer, an explosive and an oxidising agent. Page 1 of 1 msds sodium nitrate material safety data sheet msds sodium nitrate 1.
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