Conforms to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH), Annex II - United Kingdom (UK)
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the
company/undertaking
Identification of the substance or preparation
Product name : Air1?br>
: Urea Solution 32.5%
Synonyms
Company/undertaking identification
: Yara Industrial
Manufacturer / Supplier
Immingham
North East Lincolnshire
DN40 2NS
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0) 1469 554600
F: +44 (0) 1469 571624
: yarauk.hesq@yara.com
e-mail address of person
responsible for this SDS
Emergency telephone : 0800 7312058 (24 hrs)
number
2 . Hazards identification
The product is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
: Not classified.
Classification
See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
3 . Composition/information on ingredients
: Preparation
Substance/preparation
Ingredient name CAS % EC number Classification
number
Water 7732-18-5 67.5 231-791-2 Not
classified.
Urea 57-13-6 32.5 200-315-5 Not
classified.
See section 16 for the full text of the R-phrases
declared above
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in
this section.
[1] Substance classified with a health or environmental hazard
[2] Substance with a workplace exposure limit
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in section 8.
4. First-aid measures
: If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Do not induce
Ingestion
vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
: Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wash with soap and water. Get medical
Skin contact
attention if irritation develops.
: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Get medical attention if
Eye contact
irritation occurs.
: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Protection of first-aiders
See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
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5. Fire-fighting measures
: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical or CO2.
Extinguishing media
: These products are
Hazardous thermal
carbon dioxide
decomposition products
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides
Ammonia.
Special protective equipment : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
for fire-fighters
6. Accidental release measures
: Follow all fire-fighting procedures (section 5).
Personal precautions
: Avoid contact of spilled material and runoff with soil and water courses.
Environmental precautions
and clean-up methods
Absorb with DRY sand or other non-combustible material. Use a tool to scoop up solid or
absorbed material and place into appropriate labelled waste container. Avoid creating dusty
conditions and prevent wind dispersal. Keep out of waterways. See section 13 for waste
disposal information.
Note: see section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.
7. Handling and storage
: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Ensure eyewash facilities are located close to the
Handling
working environment.
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away
Storage
from heat and direct sunlight.
Packaging materials
: Use original container.
Recommended
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Exposure controls
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard
Respiratory protection
if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on
known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits
of the selected respirator. Recommended: If ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that
will protect against dust/mist.
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn
Hand protection
at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is
necessary. Recommended: >8 hours (breakthrough time): butyl rubber , natural rubber
(latex) , nitrile rubber
: Recommended: Chemical splash goggles or face shield.
Eye protection
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin protection
performed and the risks involved.
Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating,
smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
9. Physical and chemical properties
General information
Appearance
: Liquid. [Clear.]
Physical state
: Colourless.
Colour
: Ammoniacal. [Slight]
Odour
Important health, safety and environmental information
pH : 9,8 to 10 [Conc. (% w/w): 10%]
: Decomposition temperature: 100癈
Boiling point
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9. Physical and chemical properties
: -11.5癈 (11.3癋)
Melting/freezing point
: 6.4 kPa (48 mm Hg) (at 40癈)
Vapour pressure
: 1.09 g/cm3 (20癈 / 68癋)
Density g/cm3
Miscible in water. : Yes.
10. Stability and reactivity
: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).
Stability
: Urea reacts with calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite to form the explosive nitrogen
Conditions to avoid
trichloride.
Materials to avoid : Highly reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials, acids and
alkalis.
Hazardous decomposition : These products are
carbon dioxide
products
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides
Ammonia.
11. Toxicological information
Potential acute health effects
Adverse health effects are considered unlikely, when the product is used according to directions.
Potential chronic health effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Chronic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenicity
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
: No specific data.
Inhalation
: No specific data.
Ingestion
: No specific data.
Skin
: No specific data.
Eyes
12. Ecological information
: Readily biodegradable
Environmental effects
Other ecological information
Product/ingredient name Aquatic half-life Photolysis Biodegradability
Air1? - - Readily
: The product does not show any bioaccumulation phenomena.
Conclusion/Summary
: Soluble in the following materials: water
Mobility
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Other adverse effects
13. Disposal considerations
: Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Do not empty into drains;
Methods of disposal
dispose of this material and its container in a safe way. Dispose of in accordance with all
applicable local and national regulations
: Within the present knowledge of the supplier, this product is not regarded as hazardous
Hazardous waste
waste, as defined by EU Directive 91/689/EEC..
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14. Transport information
Not regulated.
Not classified as hazardous material according to UN Orange Book and international transport codes e.g. ADR
(road), RID (rail), ADN (inland waterways) and IMDG (sea).
15. Regulatory information
EU regulations
: This product is not classified according to EU legislation.
Risk phrases
: Industrial applications.
Product use
Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC
and 1999/45/EC (including amendments) and the intended use.
: All components are listed or exempted.
Europe inventory
16. Other information
: European Chemical Bureau, Annex 1 EU Directive 67/548/EEC
References
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, U.S. Dept. of Health, Education,
and Welfare, Reports and Memoranda
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
Atrion International Inc. 4777 Levy Street, St Laurent, Quebec HAR 2P9, Canada
History
Date of printing : 26/05/2009.
Date of issue/Date of : 26/05/2009.
revision
Date of previous issue : 09/02/2009.
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Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is accurate as at the date of its issue. The
information it contains is being given for safety guidance purposes and relates only to the specific material and uses described
in it. This information does not necessarily apply to that material when combined with other material(s) or when used otherwise
than as described herein. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials
may represent unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Yara International ASA disclaims any liability for loss or
damage resulting from the use of any data, information or recommendations set out in this Safety Data Sheet.
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