Urea
Material Safety Date Sheet
Cat.# 9900 , 9902
PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor White Crystalline powder with a slight ammoniacal odor
Boiling Point Decomposes
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Solubility in H2O Soluble/ 119 g/100 g(at 25 C)
CAS Number 57-13-6
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point Non-combustible
Flammable Limits in Air(% by Volume) N/A
Extinguishing Media Water, CO2, Foam, Dry Chemical
Special Fire Fighting Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards Irritating and/or toxic fumes may be generated by thermal decomposition
or combustion. Urea becomes slippery when wet.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing.
Effects of Overexposure Acute overexposure may cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory
tract. May cause allergic reaction with some people.
Emergency First Aid Procedures Notify physician immediately. Flush affected area with copious amounts of
water. Remove to fresh air. Irrigate eyes and skin for at least 15 minutes.
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Stable
Incompatibility Strong acids, bases or high temperatures.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Hydrogen cyanide. nitrogen oxides, ammonia, carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
If released or spilled Ventilate area. Place in container with a lid. Wash spill area when cleanup
is complete.
Waste Disposal Method Dispose according to federal, local and state regulations.
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection Use NIOSH approved respirator as needed
Ventilation Lab Hood as appropriate
Protective Gloves General lab gloves
Eye Protection Use full eye protection-goggles
Precautionary Labeling Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Handling and Storage Considerations Laboratory aprons and gloves. Store at room temperature.
This bulletin is for your guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Ambion makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data
and shall not be liable for any damages thereto. The data are offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. These suggestions should not be confused
with either state, municipal, or insurance requirements, or with national safety codes and constitute no warranty. Any use of these data and information must be determined
by the user to be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.0420000 msds\urea.msd
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