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What is Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

Ammonia Anhydrous (R717) (CAS: ). It's a colourless alkaline liquefied gas with an intensely irritating ammoniacal odour; soluble in water. substance commonly used Fertiliser; preparation of fertilisers; chemical synthesis; condensation catalyst; latex preservative; manufacture of explosives; rocket fuel.

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • AUH044: Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.

Precautionary Statements

  • P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
  • P102: Keep out of reach of children.
  • P103: Read carefully and follow all instructions.
  • P260: Do not breathe gas.
  • P264: Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider.
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P391: Collect spillage.
  • P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P410+P403: Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
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Physical State
Liquified Gas
Physical State Data
gas
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Colourless alkaline liquefied gas with an intensely irritating ammoniacal odour; soluble in water.
Colour
Not available
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Not available
Odor
Not Available
Odor Threshold
Not Available
Ph
11.6 (1M solution)
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

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What other names is Ammonia Anhydrous (R717) known by?

Ammonia Anhydrous (R717) is also known as: anhydrous ammonia; ammonia gas; ammonia; spirit of hartshorn; ammonia anhydrous liquefied

What is the hazard signal word for Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

Ammonia Anhydrous (R717) is a liquified gas appearing as colourless alkaline liquefied gas with an intensely irritating ammoniacal odour; soluble in water. . It has not available odor.

What is the solubility of Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

Miscible

What is Ammonia Anhydrous (R717) used for?

Fertiliser; preparation of fertilisers; chemical synthesis; condensation catalyst; latex preservative; manufacture of explosives; rocket fuel.

What are the hazard statements for Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

This substance has 5 hazard statements: H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life. AUH044: Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.

What is the melting point of Ammonia Anhydrous (R717)?

The melting point is -34.9 (20% solution) and the boiling point is -33.4.