CCI P.O. BOX 8
COLUMBUS CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES INC. COLUMBUS, WISCONSIN 53925-0008
(920) 623-2140
FAX (920) 623-2577
Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910 1200. Standard
Form Approved
must be consulted for specific requirements
OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (as Used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not
Ammonium Nitrate applicable or no information is available, the space
must be marked to indicate that.
Section I
Emergency Telephone Number
Manufacturers /Distributor Address Number Street City State and Zip Code
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
Columbus Chemical Industries Telephone Number for Information
P.O. Box 8, N4335 Temkin Rd.
920-623-2140
Columbus, WI 53925-0008 Date Prepared
12-30-2003
Signature of Preparer (optional)
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components Other Limits
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s) CAS # OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV % (optional)
Recommended
Ammonium Nitrate* 6484-52-2 Not available Not available Not available >98%
SYNONYMS: Ammonium salt, nitram, norway saltpeter, nitric acid ammonium salt
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
210 oC (410oF)
Decomposes Not Applicable
Melting Point
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)
169 oC (336oF)
Not available
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Vapor Density (AIR = 1)
Not available Not available
Solubility in Water
Complete.
Appearance and Odor
colorless to white crystals
Section IV Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flammable Limits LEL UEL
Flash Point (Method Used)
Not flammable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Extinguishing Media
Use large quantities of water. Dike to contain.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Watch for rapid burning and be prepared to retreat to a safe distance. wear full protective clothing and
NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Powerful oxidizing material. May decompose spontaneously if exposed to intense heat 300 oC/572 oF. May be
explosive in contact with certain other chemicals. May react violently with finely divided, oxidizable substances.
Section V Reactivity Data
Conditions to Avoid Avoid contact with organic
Unstable
Stability
X and other incompatible materials; heat
Stable
Incompatibility Materials to Avoid
Organic and combustible materials, strong reducing agents, aluminum. Highly reactive with acids.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
When involved in a fire, may produce toxic fumes.
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
May Occur No known conditions.
X
Will Not Occur
Section VI Health Hazard Data
Routes of Entry Inhalation ? Skin ? Ingestion ?
Multiple X X X
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
INHALATION: airbourne dust, mist or spray may irritate and cause damage to respiratory tract. SKIN: Prolonged
contact to skin, may cause burns. EYES: Causes irritation.
INGESTION: If swallowed, may cause severe burns to mucous membranes.
Carcinogenicity NTP IARC Monographs OSHA REGULATED?
Not listed Not listed Not listed
Signs and Symtoms of Exposure.
INHALATION: Irritation, cough, difficulty breathing, sneezing. SKIN/EYES: Irritation, redness and/or swelling,
itching, burns. INGESTION: Nausea, irritation of esophagus and mouth, gastrointestinal pain.
Medical Conditions Generally
Open wounds, burns and areas with mucosal damage.
Aggravated by Exposure
EYES: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids apart. Do
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
not use chemical antidote. Seek medical attention. SKIN: Immediately wash contaminated areas with water. Remove
contaminated clothing. INGESTION: DO NOT induce vomiting . Wash out mouth with water and give large amounts of water.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Section VII Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material
Keep combustibles from spilled material. Do not touch material. For small spills: shovel
is Released or Spilled
or sweep up the material; do not return spilled material to original container. Transfer to clean container. To
clean floors, flush with abundant quantities of water.
Observe all federal, state, and local regulations when disposing of this material.
Waste Disposal Method
Precautions to be Taken
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in tightly-closed, plainly-labelled containers. Store in a
in Handling and Storing
corrosion-resistant area. Protect against physical damage, light. Maintain adequate ventilation. Do not ingest or
breathe vapors. Protect exposed tissues. Store away from heat and combustible materials.
Avoid storing with oxidizable materials. Segregate from acids, peroxides, formaldehyde, and all
Other Precautions
organic or easily oxidizable materials including anti-freeze, gasoline and hydraulic fluids.
Section VII Control Measures
NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator with dust/mist cartridge.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Ventilation
Necessary Safety shower nearby.
Local Exhaust Special
Eye wash nearby.
Recommended.
Mechanical (General) Other
Appropriate chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Body covering clothing or plastic apron.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin
Work /Hygienic Practices
and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not wear contact
lenses when handling this product. Do not ingest. Do not breathe vapors. OXIDIZER.
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc. ("Columbus") believes that the information herein is factual but it is not intended to be all inclusive. The information relates only to the specific Material designated and
does not relate to its use in combination with other materials or its use as to any particular process. Because safety standards and regulations are subject to change and because Columbus has no
continuing control over the Material, those handling, storing or using the Material should satisfy themselves that they have current information regarding the particular way the Material is handled, stored
and used and that the same is done in accordance with federal, state and local law. COLUMBUS MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING (WITHOUT LIMITATION)
WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPLETENESS OR CONTINUING ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR WITH RESPECT TO FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
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