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Ammonium chloride

CAS 12125-02-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ammonium chloride
Product Code
213330
Chemical Name
Ammonium chloride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
12125-02-9 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 recipient's 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.

manufacturer

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
ammonium chloride 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

In case of 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

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas, Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

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.

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. 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

Freezing Point
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature
Not applicable
Ph
5 - 5.5 at 25 °C (77 °F)
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Solubility In Water
372 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)
Properties Status
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Vapor Pressure
1.3 hPa at 160.4 °C (320.7 °F); 1.3 hPa at 30 °C (86 °F)
Colour
white
Molecular Weight
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State Data
solid
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Odor
odorless
Voc Content
---
Solidification Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Solubility
372 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Physical State
solid
Boiling Point
520 °C 968 °F
Melting Point
338 °C (640 °F) - (sublimed)
Auto Ignition Temperature
> 400 °C (> 752 °F) - Relative self-ignition temperature for solids does not ignite
Vapor Density
No data available
Appearance
solid, white
Density
1.53 g/cm3 at 25 °C (77 °F)
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Form
solid
Softening Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Bulk Density
---
Colour Intensity
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: alkali hydroxides, acids. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: halogen-halogen compounds, alkalines, alkaline substances. Risk of explosion with: nitrates, chlorates, Heavy metal salts, nitrites, Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid), Chlorine, silver salt, Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

Aluminum, Lead, Iron, Copper, copper compounds

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.

Disposal

Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (ammonium chloride)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

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 the solubility of Ammonium chloride?

372 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)

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) - (sublimed) and the boiling point is 520 °C 968 °F.