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Ammonium nitrate

CAS 6484-52-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ammonium nitrate
Product Code
221244
Chemical Name
Ammonium nitrate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
6484-52-2 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich BVBA/SPRL

national supplier

Pegasuslaan 5, B-1831 DIEGEM

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Ox. Sol. Cat. 3 H272
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS03 - Oxidizing

GHS03

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.
P261 Avoid breathing dust.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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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 nitrate EC: 229-347-8 6484-52-2 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel. Collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13).

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Fire prevention

Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M). Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M). data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374. If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industria situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If th full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State Data
solid
Bulk Density
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Auto Ignition Temperature
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Relative Density
1.72 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Explosive Limits
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Freezing Point
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Boiling Point
210 °C - lit.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Ph
4.5 - 6.0 at 80.40 g/l at 25 °C
Molecular Weight
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Lower Explosive Limit
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Solubility In Water
2,130 g/l at 25 °C
Colour
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Density
---
Odor Threshold
---
Vapor Density
---
Melting Point
169 °C - lit.
Solubility In Fat
---
Appearance
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Solidification Point
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Physical State
solid
Odor
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Kinematic Viscosity
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Vapor Pressure
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Form
solid
Voc Content
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State Under Standard Conditions
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Metal Corrosion
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Softening Point
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Properties Status
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Decomposition Temperature
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Flash Point
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Flammability
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Crystallisation Point
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Colour Intensity
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

No data available

Incompatible

Reducing agents, Powdered metals, Strong acids

Decomposition

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Nitrogen oxides (NOx). Other decomposition products - No data available

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1942
Shipping Name
AMMONIUM NITRATE
Transport Class
5.1
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Ammonium nitrate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Ammonium nitrate?

Ammonium nitrate is a solid .

What is Ammonium nitrate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Ammonium nitrate?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Ammonium nitrate?

The melting point is 169 °C - lit. and the boiling point is 210 °C - lit..