MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Company Details
Name KR Gases Pvt Ltd Emergency Phone Number 95855-21867
Address Plot No. E-19 I, Telephone Number 0431-2730267
Expansion Phase II Fax Number
SIPCOT, Hosur – 635 109
E Mail: [email protected]
1.Product and Company Identification:
Trade / Commercial Name Ammonia Gas
Chemical Name Ammonia
Formula NH3
Chemical Family
Synonyms Liquid ammonia, Ammonia gas
Un No 1005 Hazchem Code 2pe
ERG No. 125 EAC 15
2.Composition
Hazardous Components Ammonia 99.5 % as NH3
3.Hazards Identification:
Poisonous gas at very high concentrations Could be fatal if inhaled Contact could cause
burns to skin and eyes. Contact with liquid could cause frostbite. Runoff from fire-control
or dilution water could cause pollution. Eye and respiratory tract irritation. May lead to
pulmonary edema.
4.First Aid Measures:
First Aid Skin Wash off with water. Remove clothing. Shower thoroughly.
Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Hold eyelids open while
First Aid Eyes
washing.
First Aid Ingested Do not induce vomiting. Give water. Give oxygen.
First Aid
Remove from contaminated area. Give oxygen. CPR if indicated.
Inhalation
5.Fire Fighting Measures:
Non flammable. SMALL FIRES: Dry chemical, CO2, Halon. LARGE FIRES: Water
spray, fog or standard foam is recommended. Do not get water inside of container. Move
container from fire area if you can do it without risk. Cool containers that are exposed to
flames with water from the side until well after the fire is out. Stay away from ends of
tanks. Isolate area until gas has dispersed. Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard
area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas, and ventilate closed spaces
before entering. Positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and
chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the shipper or
manufacturer may be worn. It will provide little or no thermal protection. Structural
firefighter's protective clothing is NOT effective with these materials. Immediately isolate
the leak or spill area for at least 50 meters in all directions.
6.Accidental Release Measures:
Full protective clothing including breathing apparatus Dilute (substance may be washed
to drain with a lot of water) PRECAUTIONS: Restrict access to area. Provide adequate
protective equipment and ventilation. Remove sources of heat and flame. Notify
occupational and environmental authorities. SPILL OR LEAK: Stop leak if you can do it
without risk. Use water spray to reduce vapours. DO NOT put water directly on leak or
spill area. SMALL SPILLS: Flush area with flooding amounts of water. LARGE
SPILLS: Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. DO NOT get water inside of
container. Isolate area until gas has dispersed.
7.Handling and Storage:
Storage in the same room or space is prohibited with the following classes: The rooms or
spaces should be at least 10M apart. Explosives Flammable Liquids Spontaneously
Combustibles Oxidizing Agents Organic Peroxides
8.Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:
T W A OEL-RL SHORT TERM OEL-RL
Occupation -------------------- --------------------
Exposure PPMa) MG/M3b) PPMa) MG/M3b)
Limits --------- --------- --------- ---------
25 17 35 24
The control measures appropriate for a particular worksite depend on how
this material is used and on the extent of exposure. The best protection is
to enclose operations and/or provide local exhaust ventilation at the site of
chemical release. Use a non-sparking, grounded ventilation system
Controls
separate from other exhaust ventilation systems. Exhaust directly to the
outside. Supply sufficient replacement air to make up for air removed.
Have a safety shower/eye wash fountain readily available in the
immediate work area
If engineering controls and work practices are not effective in controlling
this material, then wear suitable personal protection equipment, including
Personal
chemical safety goggles & face shield, boots, imperious gloves, coveralls,
Protection
& respiratory protection. Have appropriate equipment available for use in
emergencies.
9.Physical and Chemical Properties:
A colourless gas with a pungent, irritating odour. Boiling Point: -33.5 oC Relative
Density of Gas: 0,674 (air:1) Vapour Pressure at 55 oC: ca 2277 kPa Autoignition
Temperature: 651 oC Completely soluble in water with evolution of appreciable heat.
Dangerously reactive with acids, liquefied oxygen, chlorine, chromium, sodium, calcium,
silver and mercury. Corrosive to copper, copper alloys and galvinized surfaces.
10.Stability and Reactivity:
Conditions To Avoid Risk of violent reaction with acids
Incompatible Material Contentrated acids, copper and copper alloys
Other
11.Toxicological Information:
Not available
12.Ecological Information:
No ecological problems are expected when the product is handled and used with due care.
13.Disposal Considerations:
There are no uniform EC regulations for the disposal of chemicals or
residues. Chemical residues generally count as special waste. The disposal
Disposal
of the latter is regulated in the EC member countries through corresponding
Method
laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact the authorities in
Product
charge or approved waste disposal companies which will advise you on
how to dispose of special waste.
Disposal
Method Disposal in accordance with local legal provisions.
Packaging
14.Transport Information:
Hazchem
UN No 1005 2pe
Code
EAC 15 ERG No. 125
IMDG Code 2016
Marine Polutant yes
Class Class: 2(2.3) Poisonous Gas
Corrosive and flammable hazard under extreme fire
Subsidiary Risks
conditions
Tremcard
CEFIC 1/20G09
Number
15.Regulatory Information:
EEC Hazard
2(2.3)
Classification
Risk Phases Toxic by inhalation
Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place Keep away
Safety Phases from sources of ignition - no smoking In case of insufficient
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment
National
Legislation
16:Other Information:
Reason for Alteration: General update. The information contained herein is based on the
present state of our knowledge. It characterizes the product with regard to the appropriate
safety precautions. It does not represent a guarantee of the properness of the product.
All information is given in good faith but without guarantee in respect of accuracy and no responsibility is accepted for errors or
omissions or the consequences thereof
