**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** 
 
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|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  | 
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|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| 
|     7664-41-7  |Ammonia                               |    <5    | 231-635-3 | 
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|     7732-18-5  |Water                                 |   >95    | 231-791-2 | 
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          Text for R-phrases: see Section 16 
          Hazard Symbols: None Listed. 
          Risk Phrases: None Listed. 
 
                  **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** 
 
                               EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 
Not available. 
 
Potential Health Effects 
     Eye: 
          Causes severe eye irritation.  Lachrymator (substance which 
          increases the flow of tears). 
     Skin: 
          May cause skin irritation. 
     Ingestion: 
          May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if 
          swallowed. 
     Inhalation: 
          May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. 
     Chronic: 
          Prolonged inhalation may cause respiratory tract inflammation and 
          lung damage. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause corneal damage 
          and the development of cataracts and glaucoma. 
 
                    **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** 
 
     Eyes: 
          In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 
          at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately. 
     Skin: 
          In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove 
          contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation 
          develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse. 
     Ingestion: 
          If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by 
          medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious 
          person. Get medical aid. 
     Inhalation: 
          If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial 
          respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. 
     Notes to Physician: 
          After inhalation exposure, observe for 24 to 72 hours as pulmonary 
          edema may be delayed. 
 
                  **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** 
 
     General Information: 
          As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in 
          pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full 
          protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases 
          may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water 
          spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Approach fire from upwind 
          to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products. Aqueous 
          solutions containing <5% ammonia do not produce flammable vapors at 
          any temperature. 
     Extinguishing Media: 
          Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire. 
 
                **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** 
 
     General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated 
                          in Section 8. 
     Spills/Leaks: 
          Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), 
          then place in suitable container. Neutralize spill with a weak acid 
          such as vinegar or acetic acid. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and 
          ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, 
          observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide 
          ventilation. Approach spill from upwind. 
 
                   **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** 
 
     Handling: 
          Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and 
          wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container 
          tightly closed. Avoid breathing vapor. Do not get in eyes. Avoid 
          contact with skin and clothing. 
     Storage: 
          Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, 
          well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Isolate from 
          oxidizing materials and acids. Walls, floors, shelving, fittings, 
          lighting and ventilation systems in storage area should be made from 
          carbon steel or stainless steel which do not react with ammonium 
          hydroxide. 
 
          **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** 
 
     Engineering Controls: 
          Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other 
          engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended 
          exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should 
          be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. 
     Exposure Limits 
          CAS# 1336-21-6: 
 
          CAS# 7664-41-7: 
               United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 25 ppm TWA (anhydrous); 18 mg/m3 TWA 
               (anhydrous) 
               United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 35 ppm STEL (anhydrous); 25 mg/m3 STE 
               (anhydrous) 
               United States OSHA: 50 ppm TWA; 35 mg/m3 TWA 
               Belgium - TWA: 20 ppm VLE; 14 mg/m3 VLE 
               Belgium - STEL: 50 ppm VLE; 36 mg/m3 VLE 
               France - VME: 25 ppm VME; 18 mg/m3 VME 
               France - VLE: 50 ppm VLE; 36 mg/m3 VLE 
               Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 35 mg/m3 TWA 
               Japan: 25 ppm OEL; 17 mg/m3 OEL 
               Malaysia: 25 ppm TWA; 17 mg/m3 TWA 
               Netherlands: 50 ppm STEL; 36 mg/m3 STEL 
               Netherlands: 20 ppm MAC; 14 mg/m3 MAC 
               Russia: 20 mg/m3 TWA 
               Spain: 20 ppm VLA-ED; 14 mg/m3 VLA-ED 
               Spain: 50 ppm VLA-EC; 36 mg/m3 VLA-EC 
          CAS# 7732-18-5: 
 
 
     Personal Protective Equipment 
 
                 Eyes: 
                       Wear chemical splash goggles and face shield. 
                 Skin: 
                       Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin 
                       exposure. 
             Clothing: 
                       Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin 
                       exposure. 
          Respirators: 
                       Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 
                       CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a 
                       NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved 
                       respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if 
                       irritation or other symptoms are experienced. 
 
             **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** 
 
Physical State:             Liquid 
Color:                      colorless 
Odor:                       strong odor - ammonia-like 
pH:                         alkaline 
Vapor Pressure:             < 112.5 mm Hg @ 20 deg C 
Viscosity:                  Not available. 
Boiling Point:              Not available. 
Freezing/Melting Point:     -2.9 deg C 
Autoignition Temperature:   651 deg C ( 1,203.80 deg F) 
Flash Point:                Not applicable. 
Explosion Limits, lower:    15% 
Explosion Limits, upper:    28% 
Decomposition Temperature:  Not available. 
Solubility in water:        Soluble. 
Specific Gravity/Density:   0.98 
Molecular Formula:          NH4OH 
Molecular Weight:           35.04 
 
                 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** 
 
     Chemical Stability: 
          Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. 
     Conditions to Avoid: 
          High temperatures, confined spaces, Ammonia solutions are corrosive 
          to copper, zinc, aluminum and their alloys.. 
     Incompatibilities with Other Materials: 
          Strong oxidizing agents, acids, acrolein, halogens, mercury, 
          hypochlorite, silver nitrate, acrylic acid, dimethyl sulfate, silver 
          oxide. 
     Hazardous Decomposition Products: 
          Nitrogen oxides (NOx) and ammonia (NH3). 
     Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. 
 
                **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** 
 
     RTECS#: 
          CAS# 1336-21-6: BQ9625000 
          CAS# 7664-41-7: BO0875000 
          CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 
     LD50/LC50: 
          CAS# 1336-21-6: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug Severe; Draize 
          test, rabbit, eye: 44 ug Severe; Oral, rat: LD50 = 350 mg/kg. 
          CAS# 7664-41-7: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 4230 ppm/1H; Inhalation, 
          mouse: LC50 = 4600 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 7 gm/m3/1H; 
          Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 2000 ppm/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 18600 
          mg/m3/5M; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 7040 mg/m3/30M; Skin, rat: LD50 = 
          112000 mg/m3/15M; Skin, rat: LD50 = 71900 mg/m3/30M; Skin, rat: LD50 
          = 4840 mg/m3/60M. 
          CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg. 
     Carcinogenicity: 
       Ammonium hydroxide - 
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP. 
       Ammonia - 
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP. 
       Water - 
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP. 
     Other: 
          See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. 
 
                  **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** 
 
     Ecotoxicity: 
          Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50 = 0.008 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish: 
          Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 8.2 mg/L; 96 Hr.; UnspecifiedFish: 
          Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 0.024-0.093 mg/L; 48 Hr.; UnspecifiedWater 
          flea Daphnia: EC50 =0.66 mg/L; 48 Hr.; 22 degrees C 
 
                 **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** 
 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. 
 
                  **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** 
 
     IATA 
          Shipping Name: AMMONIA SOLUTIONS 
           Hazard Class: 8 
              UN Number: 2672 
          Packing Group: III 
     IMO 
          Shipping Name: AMMONIA SOLUTIONS 
           Hazard Class: 8 
              UN Number: 2672 
          Packing Group: III 
     RID/ADR 
          Shipping Name: AMMONIA SOLUTIONS 
           Hazard Class: 8 
              UN Number: 2672 
          Packing group: III 
USA RQ: CAS# 1336-21-6: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ 
USA RQ: CAS# 7664-41-7: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ 
 
                  **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** 
 
 European/International Regulations 
     European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
          Hazard Symbols: Not available. 
          Risk Phrases: 
          Safety Phrases: 
                       S 24/25  Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 
   WGK (Water Danger/Protection) 
          CAS# 1336-21-6: 2 
          CAS# 7664-41-7: 2 
          CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available. 
   Canada 
          CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on Canada's DSL List. 
          CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List. 
          CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List. 
          CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. 
          CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. 
          CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. 
 US FEDERAL 
     TSCA 
          CAS# 1336-21-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory. 
          CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory. 
          CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory. 
 
                  **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** 
 
     Text for R-phrases from Section 2 
     MSDS Creation Date:  1/15/2002  Revision #6 Date: 12/09/2004 
 
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