SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET AA 275
As Ammonia gas TWA: 25 ppm, 17 mg/m 3; STEL: 35 ppm, 24 mg/m3
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
(ACGIH 1992-93). Oral Rat-LD50 350 mg/Kg.
AA 275
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION January 22, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure May cause severe irritation or burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes;
highly toxic by oral and inhalation routes. Inhalation of ammonia gas
causes edema, spasm, and asphyxia. If container is warm, open cap
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
slowly with adequate ventilation; a sudden release of ammonia fumes may
Product AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE, 1.0 NORMAL cause irritation to eyes and mucous membranes.
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Chemical
Emergency and
Ammonium Hydroxide, Water Solution SKIN: Flood with water, then wash with vinegar. EYES: Flush
Synonyms 0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177 thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower
First Aid Procedures
Formula Mixture. See Section II. eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention. INGESTION: If swallowed,
1
Reactivity
NFPA if conscious, give large quantities of water to drink, follow with vegetable
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 4 Lt. oil. Get prompt medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
unconscious person. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Mixture. See Section II.
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES Get medical attention.
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Approx. 2.3%
Ammonium Hydroxide: (CAS No. 1336-21-6) When heated, emits toxic fumes of ammonia.
25 ppm in air as ammonia
as ammonia Stable X
Approx. 97.7% None established.
Water: (CAS No. 7732-18-5) Incompatibility
Acids, acrolein, dimethyl sulfate, halogens, AgNO3, AgMnO 4.
(Materials to Avoid)
WARNING! IRRITANT. MAY CAUSE BURNS.
Hazardous
MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. Ammonia fumes.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Freezes @ approx. 0掳C (32掳F) Approx. 1.0
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Approx. 100掳C (212掳F) Approx. 97.7% X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Approx. 755 @ 26.7掳C Ether <1
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 0.596 Ammonia Gas 15.6掳C.
material is released or spilled Wearing protective equipment, carefully neutralize with sodium
Solubility in Water Complete (initial condition, shifting as Ammonia is lost.) bisulfate and flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Appearance & Odor Water white liquid; strong, pungent ammonia odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Liquid not flammable (NA). NH Gas Wearing protective equipment, carefully neutralize with sodium bisulfate and
% by Volume
(Method Used) 16 25
3
flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Extinguisher
Use any media for extinguishing the supporting fire. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
Work in ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator with ammonia
Respiration Protection
canister if necessary.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
Wear full protective clothing with respirator mask having ammonia vapor
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Goggles, chemical safety glasses.
canister, or NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Other Protective
Goggles and shield, lab coat, vented hood, proper gloves, eye wash station.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store at 75掳F. Store away from sources of ignition, separate from acids.
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Store in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Dangerous fire hazard; emits irritating fumes and liquid can inflict burns. Other Precautions
Ammonium hydroxide is non-combustible and non-explosive, but ammonia Avoid contact with eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Avoid
vapors released from solution can form an explosive mixture with air. breathing vapor. Use with adequate ventilation. Remove and
wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date 1/22/96
No. 6 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
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