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Safety Data Sheet EN

Ammonium chloride

CAS 12125-02-9
EC 235-186-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ammonium chloride
Product Code
213330
Chemical Name
NHCl HClN (Hill)
Synonyms
Salmiac

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
12125-02-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
235-186-4 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipients responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

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3050 SPRUCE ST ST. LOUIS MO 63103 UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type Substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
NHCl HClN (Hill) EC: 235-186-4 12125-02-9 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

Medical Treatment

No data available

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril L. Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril L. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2. The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented. required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
solid, white
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
solid
Odor
odorless
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Ph
5 - 5.5 at 25 C (77 F)
Melting Point
338 C (640 F)
Boiling Point
520 C 968 F
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
1.3 hPa at 160.4 C (320.7 F) 1.3 hPa at 30 C(86 F)
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.53 g/cm3 at 25 C (77 F)
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
> 400 C (> 752 F)
Decomposition Temperature
Not applicable
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
372 g/l at 20 C (68 F)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ammonium chloride known by?

Ammonium chloride is also known as: Salmiac

What is the hazard signal word for Ammonium chloride?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Ammonium chloride?

Ammonium chloride is a solid appearing as solid, white with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Ammonium chloride used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Ammonium chloride?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Ammonium chloride?

The melting point is 338 C (640 F) and the boiling point is 520 C 968 F.

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