SIGMA-ALDRICH MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Date Printed: 08/17/2009 ...

SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS, 99.99+%
Product Number 294993
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Address 3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 800-325-5832
Fax: 800-325-5052
Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Date Printed: 08/17/2009
Date Updated: 07/17/2007
Version 1.8
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
AMMONIA ANHYDROUS 7664-41-7 Yes
Formula H3N
Synonyms AM-Fol * Ammonia (ACGIH:OSHA) * Ammonia anhydrous
* Ammoniac (French) * Ammoniaca (Italian) *
Ammonia gas * Ammoniak (German) * Amoniak
(Polish) * Nitro-sil * R 717 * Spirit of hartshorn
RTECS Number: BO0875000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic. Dangerous for the environment.
Flammable. Causes burns. Toxic by inhalation. Risk of explosion if
heated under confinement. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may
cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Target organ(s): Lungs. Central nervous system.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 3*
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 3
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
*additional chronic hazards present.
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.

INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
Contamination of the eyes should be treated by immediate and
prolonged irrigation with copious amounts of water. Assure
adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with
fingers.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
EXPLOSION HAZARDS
May form explosive mixtures with air Container explosion may
occur under fire conditions.
FLASH POINT
269.6 °F 132 °C Method: closed cup
EXPLOSION LIMITS
Lower: 15 % Upper: 25 %
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
651 °C
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: For small (incipient) fires, use media such as
"alcohol" foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. For large
fires, apply water from as far as possible. Use very large
quantities (flooding) of water applied as a mist or spray; solid
streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected
containers with flooding quantities of water.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Vapor may travel considerable distance to
source of ignition and flash back. Emits toxic fumes under fire
conditions. Flammable gas.
Specific Method(s) of Fire Fighting: Do not extinguish burning
gas if flow cannot be shut off immediately. Use water spray or
fog nozzle to keep cylinder cool. Move cylinder away from fire
if there is no risk.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area and keep personnel upwind. Shut off leak if there
is no risk. Shut off all sources of ignition.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
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Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is
complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin,
on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Use with equipment rated for
cylinder pressure, and of compatible materials of construction.
Close valve when not in use and when empty. Make sure cylinder
is properly secured when in use or stored Cylinder temperature
should not exceed 125°F (52°C).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Contents under pressure.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Warning: suck-back into cylinder may
cause rupture. Use back-flow-preventive device in piping. Use only
in a chemical fume hood.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are
appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose
combination (US) or type AXBEK - P3 (EN 14387) respirator
cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator
is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
Other: Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Discard contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS, RTECS
Country Source Type Value
USA ACGIH STEL 35 PPM
USA ACGIH TWA 25 PPM
USA MSHA Standard-air TWA 25 PPM (18 MG/M3)
USA OSHA. PEL 8H TWA 50 PPM (35 MG/M3)
New Zealand OEL
Remarks: check ACGIH TLV
USA NIOSH TWA 25 PPM
STEL 35 PPM
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Country Source Type Value
Poland NDS 14
Poland NDSCh 28
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Poland NDSP -
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Gas
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 17.03 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range - 33.0 °C 760 mmHg
MP/MP Range - 78.0 °C
Freezing Point - 77.7 °C
Vapor Pressure 4802 mmHg 15.5 °C
Vapor Density 0.6 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 0.59 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content < 0.03 %
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point 269.6 °F 132 °C Method: closed cup
Explosion Limits Lower: 15 %
Upper: 25 %
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp 651 °C
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
Solubility in Water:Soluble.
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Tin. Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Oxidizing agents, Galvanized iron, Zinc,
Copper, Silver/silver oxides, Cadmium/cadmium oxides, Alcohols,
Acids, Halogens, Aldehydes.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes burns.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes burns.
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Inhalation: Can cause rapid suffocation. Toxic if inhaled.
Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous
membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Lungs. Central nervous system. Liver. Kidneys.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous
membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin.
Inhalation may result in spasm, inflammation and edema of the
larynxand bronchi, chemical pneumonitis, and pulmonary edema.
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing,
wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and
vomiting. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical,
and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Inhalation
Rat
7,338.0 - 11,590.0 ppm
LC50
Inhalation
Rat
2,000 ppm
LC50
Inhalation
Human
5,000 ppm
LCLO
Inhalation
Rat
2,000 ppm
LC50
Inhalation
Mouse
4,230 ppm
LC50
Remarks: Behavioral:Ataxia. Behavioral:Tremor.
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Inhalation
Cat
7,000 mg/m3
LC50
Remarks: Peripheral Nerve and Sensation:Flaccid paralysis
without anesthesia (usually neuromuscular blockage).
Behavioral:Excitement.
Inhalation
Rabbit
7,000 mg/m3
LC50
Remarks: Peripheral Nerve and Sensation:Flaccid paralysis
without anesthesia (usually neuromuscular blockage).
Behavioral:Excitement.
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CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Species: Rat
Route of Application: Oral
Dose: 1680 MG/KG
Exposure Time: 24W
Frequency: C
Result: Tumorigenic:Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria.
Gastrointestinal:Tumors.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Species: Rat
Route: Inhalation
Dose: 19800 UG/M3/16W
Mutation test: Cytogenetic analysis
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF CONTAMINATED PACKAGING
Caution: no-return cylinder. Do not reuse. Empty cylinder will
contain hazardous residue. Follow proper disposal techniques.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Ammonia, anhydrous
UN#: 1005
Class: 2.2
Packing Group: None
Hazard Label: Poison inhalation hazard
Hazard Label: Non-Flammable gas
PIH: Zone D
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Ammonia, anhydrous
IATA UN Number: 1005
Hazard Class: 2.3
Not Allowed - Aircraft: Cargo aircraft only. Not
permitted on passenger aircraft.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU DIRECTIVES CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: T-N
Indication of Danger: Toxic. Dangerous for the environment.
R: 10-23-34-50
Risk Statements: Flammable. Toxic by inhalation. Causes burns.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
S: 9-16-26-36/37/39-45-61
Safety Statements: Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Keep away from sources of ignition - no smoking. In case of
contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves,
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and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions/safety data sheets.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Toxic. Dangerous for the environment.
Risk Statements: Flammable. Causes burns. Toxic by inhalation.
Risk of explosion if heated under confinement. Very toxic to
aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
Safety Statements: Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Keep away from sources of ignition - no smoking. In case of
contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves,
and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions/safety data sheets.
US Statements: Target organ(s): Lungs. Central nervous system.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: Yes
DEMINIMIS: 1 %
NOTES: This product is subject to SARA section 313 reporting
requirements.
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2009 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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