It is important to know which product you are dealing with. Watch closely for signs of wheezing and breathing difficulties. Material safety data sheet msds ammonia please ensure that this msds is received by the appropriate person afrox is a member of the linde group page 3 of 4 the stripe symbol and the word afrox are afrox group trademarks. The odour recognition threshold for ammonia ranges from 0. Ammonia, anhydrous safety data sheet 302 08312017 en english sds ref 302 417 symptomsinjuries after ingestion. Acros organics bvba janssen pharmaceuticalaan 3a 2440 geel, belgium. Avoid anhydrous ammonia contact with chlorine, which forms a chloramine gas, which is a primary skin irritant and sensitizer. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. If seeking medical attention, provide sds document to physician. Ingestion is an unlikely route of exposure for a gas. Exposure to liquid or rapidly expanding gases may cause severe. Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in section 8. Ammonia safety in ice rinks 1 continued dec 2018 epa901f18001 recommendations for ice rink operators with ammonia refrigeration systems u. Click a link below for the printerfriendly version of the msds.
Narrow lower to upper combustion range 1625% makes ignition difficult. Product testing program, global engineering documents, meditext. Chemical product and company identification product name. Transcaer anhydrous ammonia training anhydrous ammonia. Aqua ammonia is ammonia and water blended together usually a 19% or 30% concentration. Use engineering controls to maintain airborne concentration below oel.
Anhydrous ammonia forms explosive mixtures in air with hydrocarbons, chlorine, fluorine and silver nitrate. Ammonia forms sensitive explosive mixtures with air and hydrocarbons, ethanol and silver nitrate, and chlorine. Epa new england has developed this document to assist ice rink owners and operators with. Agrium north american 24 hr emergency telephone numbers. A gas mask must be worn when breaking and making connections, or pressuring a system. Material safety data sheet product name airgas inc. Only the anhydrous form of sulfur dioxide 7446095 is covered. Anhydrous ammonia material safety data sheet tanner industries. Hydrogen chloride anhydrous and ammonia anhydrous are listed, in addition to the solutions of these substances, with different tqs. Anhydrous ammonia replaces 20% of motor gasoline and diesel demand on a ton for ton basis requirement. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
Anhydrous ammonia system piping requirements this fact sheet was prepared by the minnesota department of agriculture to provide information on some of the state of minnesota requirements for facilities, which store, handle and use anhydrous ammonia on their premises. No ms025 1 product and company identification product name ammonia chemical formula nh 3 trade name ammonia. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Refer to the current edition of hse guidance note eh 40200 for occupational exposure limits. Material safety data sheet university of louisville. Material safety data sheet msds ammonia page 1 of 3 afrox is a member of the linde group page 1 of 3 the stripe symbol and the word afrox are afrox group trademarks. Ac170080000, ac170080010, ac170080025, ac170080250 synonyms. Transcaer anhydrous ammonia training anhydrous ammonia properties in this module, we will cover the properties of anhydrous ammonia and provide general understanding and guidance to emergency responders in addressing anhydrous ammonia incidents. Anhydrous ammonia reacts to form explosive products, mixtures or compounds with mercury, gold, silver, iodine, bromine, silver oxide and silver chloride. Classified according to the unghs as adopted in the us hazard communication standard hcs. Where anhydrous ammonia is stored indoors, use electrical ventilating, lighting and material handling equipment with the appropriate electrical classification rating and use only nonsparking tools. Ammonia, anhydrous 7664417 stel 24 mgm3 35 ppm twa 17 mgm3 25 ppm mexico. That is, it is an meaning without hydrous meaning water. Material safety data sheet anhydrous ammonia section 2.
The odor is the strongest safety feature of the product. Avoid anhydrous ammonia contact with chlorine, which forms a chloramine gas, which is. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Avoid anhydrous ammonia contact with chemicals such as hydrocarbons, strong oxidizers, mercury, chlorine, iodine, bromine, silver oxide or hypochlorites. Ammonia results aegl program acute exposure guideline. Halfface, negativepressure, airpurifying respirator equipped with an ammonia methylamine filter is acceptable for concentrations up to 10 times the exposure limit. Ammonia is an irritant and corrosive to the skin, eyes, respiratory tract and mucous membranes. May ignite in the presence of open flames and sparks. Anhydrous ammonia production would have to increase by a factor of 10. Anhydrous ammonia is the gas or compressed liquid form of ammonia that contains no water. Ammonia aegl technical support document pdf 81 pp, 676 k contact us to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem. Contact 111 and ammonia engineering specialist technical advisory. Awareness of ammonia presence, inconvenience repulsive odour alarm no injury but fear of harm panic.
Page 1 of 10 material safety data sheet anhydrous ammonia msds number 2001 revised april 23, 2008 10 pages 1. At a concentration of only 50 parts per million ppm, one sniff tells what is in the air. Note that although ammonia gas is lighter than air, sudden release may precautions generate an aerosol of liquefied ammonia which may cling to the ground for long distances. Safety data sheet air liquide msds document library. Osha etools are standalone, interactive, webbased training tools on occupational safety and health topics. Halfface, negativepressure, airpurifying respirator equipped with an ammoniamethylamine filter is acceptable for concentrations up to 10 times the exposure limit. This safety data sheet is not a guarantee of product specification or npk values. Material safety data sheet west liberty university. Ammonia 7664417 final you may need a pdf reader to view some of the files on this page. Accidental release measures personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures. Anhydrous ammonia has potentially explosive reactions with strong oxidizers. Ammonia that is unionized is toxic to aquatic organisms at concentrations below 1 mgl. Anhydrous ammonia safety data sheet tanner industries. Material safety data sheet msds ammonia anhydrous cas no 7664 41 7 administration office.
Anhydrous ammonia section 1 product identification synonyms. Safety data sheet rochester institute of technology. Material safety data sheet anhydrous ammonia section 1 product identification synonyms. Seek medical advice if discomfort or irritation persists. Irritation of the respiratory tract and conjunctivae was found in workers inhaling 100 ppm ammonia and 20 ppm caused complaints and discomfort to unacclimatitised workers.
Work in a fume cupboard or use local exhaust ventilation. Substance any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation. Station road, coleshill b46 1jy birmingham united kingdom 01675462424 en english sds ref sds002clp 111 danger. Minor injury resulting in first aid or observation. Anhydrous ammonia, agricultural grade 8200 product code. Acute injury serious burns and or inhalation disability. Lowest published lethal concentration human 5,000 ppm5 min. Anhydrous ammonia is a clear, colorless gas at standard temperature and pressure conditions and has a very characteristic odor. Where anhydrous ammonia is stored indoors, use electrical ventilating, lighting and material handling equipment with the appropriate electrical classification rating and. Cool adjacent containers with flooding quantities of water until well after the fire is. Ammonia that is unionized is toxic to aquatic organisms at concentrations below 1. Ammonia toxicity depends on the ph and temperature of the media, as well as the amount of ammonia already present. Hazardous identification hazardous ingredient wt% ammonia 99. These substances are presented on the consolidated list with the.
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