Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- AdBlue®
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
- REACH No.
- 01-2119463277-33-0018
Identified Uses
The product is a NOₓ-gases reduction agent used in the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in motor vehicles with a diesel engine.
Uses advised against
Not recommended for other uses than is mentioned.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
GreenChem Holding BV
manufacturer
Gravinnen van Nassauboulevard 95, 4811 BN BREDA – Netherlands
+31 (0)76 – 581 27 27
GreenChem Solutions Ltd
distributor
Suite 3 Midshires House, Midshires Business Park, Smeaton Close, Aylesbury, HP19 8HL; United Kingdom
+44 (0)1296 678548
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
111
Emergency Contact
999
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Take out the exposed person to the fresh air.
Wash skin with warm water and soap. Remove the exposed clothing and shoes.
Wash out the eye with plenty of clean water 15 min., seek for medical care.
Drink ca. 2 dcl lukewarm water, do not induce vomiting and seek for medical care.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek for medical care (mentioned for eye contact and ingestion).
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Extinguishing media to be selected upon surrounding fire.
Flammable materials and extinguishing media which cannot be used for surrounding fire.
When AdBlue is stored in the GreenChem system tank and the system is in danger of fire or extreme heat, pressure will rise and the vessel may burst.
Do not take any actions that could pose personal risk or for which you are not trained. Always proceed in accordance with directions given in valid emergency plans.
Firefighter Protection
a self-contained breathing apparatus is necessary.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Use personal protective equipment during handling with the product (see Section 8). Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Prevent release to water resources, sewerage and soil. The product is not classified as hazardous for environment.
Dispose of the remains in a controlled way by flushing them into wastewaters brought to a sewage treatment plant.
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Provide adequate ventilation during manipulation with product and avoid contact with skin and eyes using personal protective equipment. Follow the rules of safe handling of chemicals and basic hygiene habits. Avoid contamination of the product.
In order to avoid crystallization or hydrolysis in the urea solution, store under common conditions (optimally up to 25 °C).
Follow the rules of safe handling of chemicals and basic hygiene habits.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Ensure sufficient local ventilation.
Protective gloves. The breakthrough time: > 8 hours. Suitable glove material: PVC, natural rubber (latex), butyl rubber, nitrile rubber.
Use protective goggles with side shields when handling the product (e.g. transferring).
In case of insufficient ventilation system, use effective respirator, mask with ammonia-proof filter.
Wear suitable protective gloves and shoes.
Prevent uncontrolled release to environment.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see Section 7, handling and storage).
Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see Section 7, handling and storage).
When heated, decomposition of products.
Heating causes thermal decomposition and the gases formation.
Not know.
NOₓ, NH₃, CO₂
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Transported in insulated tank trucks or palletized plastic tanks (IBC). Materials suitable for these tanks are alloy steels, various plastics, as well as metal tanks with plastic coating. Plain steels, copper, aluminium, alloys containing copper and aluminium, galvanized steels must not be used.
Transported in insulated tank trucks or palletized plastic tanks (IBC). Materials suitable for these tanks are alloy steels, various plastics, as well as metal tanks with plastic coating. Plain steels, copper, aluminium, alloys containing copper and aluminium, galvanized steels must not be used.
Transported in insulated tank trucks or palletized plastic tanks (IBC). Materials suitable for these tanks are alloy steels, various plastics, as well as metal tanks with plastic coating. Plain steels, copper, aluminium, alloys containing copper and aluminium, galvanized steels must not be used.
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for AdBlue®?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of AdBlue®?
AdBlue® is a liquid appearing as liquid with clear color. It has slight ammonia-like odor.
What is AdBlue® used for?
The product is a NOₓ-gases reduction agent used in the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in motor vehicles with a diesel engine.