Ammonium Nitrate — SDS
Document type: SDS
Categories: Bulk Explosives

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
1.1 Product identifier
Product name AMMONIUM NITRATE
Synonyms DETAPRILL®

1.2 Uses and uses advised against
Uses BLASTING APPLICATIONS ● EXPLOSIVE MANUFACTURE

1.3 Details of the supplier of the product
Supplier name DYNO NOBEL ASIA PACIFIC LIMITED
Address Level 12, 515 St Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006, AUSTRALIA
Telephone +61 7 2143 8730
Email dnap.marketing@ap.dynonobel.com
Website http://www.dynonobel.com

1.4 Emergency telephone numbers
Emergency 1800 098 836

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA
Physical Hazards
Oxidizing Solids: Category 3

Health Hazards
Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 2A

Environmental Hazards
Not classified as an Environmental Hazard

2.2 GHS Label elements
Signal word WARNING
Pictograms

Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.

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Response statements
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
 do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
Storage statements
None allocated.

Disposal statements
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.

2.3 Other hazards
No information provided.

3. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances / Mixtures
 Ingredient CAS Number EC Number Content
 AMMONIUM NITRATE 6484-52-2 629-213-2 100%

4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
Eye If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush continuously with running water. Continue flushing until advised to
 stop by a Poisons Information Centre, a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not breathing.
Skin If skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running water.
 Continue flushing with water until advised to stop by a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Ingestion For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Australia Wide) or a doctor (at once). Urgent
 hospital treatment is likely to be needed. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Do not induce vomiting. Rinse
 mouth with water provided person is conscious.
First aid facilities Eye wash facilities and safety shower should be available.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Over exposure may result in methaemoglobinemia, where the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity is reduced.

4.3 Immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat as for nitrate overexposure (methaemoglobinemia). Treatment:
1. Give 100% oxygen. 2. In cases of (a) ingestion: use gastric lavage, (b) contamination of skin (unburnt or burnt): continue washing to remove salts. 3. Observe blood pressure and treat hypotension if necessary. 4. When methaemoglobin concentrations exceed 40% or when symptoms are present, give methylene blue 1 to 2 mg/kg body weight
in a 1% solution by slow intravenous injection. If cyanosis has not resolved within one hour a second dose of 2 mg/kg body weight
may be given. The total dose should not exceed 7 mg/kg body weight as unwanted effects such as dyspnoea, chest pain, vomiting,
diarrhoea, mental confusion and cyanosis may occur. Without treatment methaemoglobin levels of 20-30% revert to normal within 3
days. 5. Bed rest is required for methaemoglobin levels in excess of 40%. 6. Continue to monitor and give oxygen for at least two hours after treatment with methylene blue. 7. Consider transfer to centre where haemoperfusion can be performed to remove the nitrates from the blood if the condition of the
patient is unstable. 8. Following inhalation of oxides of nitrogen the patient should be observed in hospital for 24 hours for delayed onset of pulmonary
oedema.

from the blood if the condition of the
patient is unstable. 8. Following inhalation of oxides of nitrogen the patient should be observed in hospital for 24 hours for delayed onset of pulmonary
oedema. Further observation for 2-3 weeks may be required to detect the onset of the inflammatory changes of bronchiolitis fibrosa obliterans.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.

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5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Non flammable - oxidising agent. Supports combustion and may cause fire/explosion in contact with incompatible substances, strong
acids, reducing agents, combustibles and flammables. May evolve nitrogen oxides, ammonium nitrate fumes and water when heated
to decomposition.

5.3 Advice for firefighters
Evacuate area and contact emergency services. Toxic gases may be evolved in a fire situation. Remain upwind and notify those
downwind of hazard. Wear full protective equipment including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when combating fire. Use
waterfog to cool intact containers and nearby storage areas. May explode from heat, pressure, friction or shock.

5.4 Hazchem code
1Y
1 Coarse Water Spray.
Y Risk of violent reaction or explosion. Wear full fire kit and breathing apparatus. Contain spill and run-off.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as detailed in section 8 of the SDS. Clear area of all unprotected personnel. Contact
emergency services where appropriate.

6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent product from entering drains and waterways.

6.3 Methods of cleaning up
Contain spillage, then collect and place in suitable containers for reuse or disposal. Avoid generating dust.

6.4 Reference to other sections
See Sections 8 and 13 for exposure controls and disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Before use carefully read the product label. Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation.
Observe good personal hygiene, including washing hands before eating. Prohibit eating, drinking and smoking in contaminated areas.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area, preferably outdoor or detached, removed from direct sunlight, incompatible substances, heat
or ignition sources and foodstuffs. Ensure containers are adequately labelled, protected from physical damage and sealed when not in
use. Dry ammonium nitrate can explode, especially when contaminated, confined, or exposed to heat or shock. Proper storage and
handling are essential to minimise this risk. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).

7.3 Specific end uses
No information provided.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Exposure standards
No exposure standards have been entered for this product.

Biological limits

Ingredient Reference Determinant Sampling Time BEI
 AMMONIUM NITRATE ACGIH BEI Methemoglobin in blood During or end of 1.5% of
 shift hemoglobin

8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering controls Avoid inhalation. Use in well ventilated areas.

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PPE
 Eye / Face Wear a faceshield and dust-proof goggles.
 Hands Wear PVC or rubber gloves.
 Body Wear coveralls.
 Respiratory At high dust levels, wear a Class P1 (particulate) / N95 respirator.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
 Appearance WHITE SOLID
 Odour ODOURLESS
 Flammability NON FLAMMABLE
 Flash point NOT RELEVANT
 Boiling point NOT AVAILABLE
 Melting point 155°C
 Evaporation rate NOT AVAILABLE
 pH 5.4 (0.1 M solution)
 Vapour density NOT AVAILABLE
 Relative density NOT AVAILABLE
 Solubility (water) SOLUBLE
 Vapour pressure NOT AVAILABLE
 Upper explosion limit NOT RELEVANT
 Lower explosion limit NOT RELEVANT
 Partition coefficient NOT AVAILABLE
 Autoignition temperature NOT AVAILABLE
 Decomposition temperature 210°C
 Viscosity NOT AVAILABLE
 Explosive properties NOT AVAILABLE
 Oxidising properties OXIDISING SOLID
 Odour threshold NOT AVAILABLE
9.2 Other information
 Bulk density 0.70 to 0.85 g/cc

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
Oxidising agent.

10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions when free of contaminates including inorganic and
organic materials.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous polymerisation is not expected to occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. Keep away from combustible materials.

10.5 Incompatible materials
Oxidising agent. Incompatible with combustible materials, reducing agents (e.g. sulphites), acids (e.g. nitric acid), alkalis (e.g. sodium
hydroxide), metals, heat and ignition sources.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
May evolve nitrogen oxides, ammonium nitrate fumes and water when heated to decomposition.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity Acute oral exposure may result in irritation of the mouth, throat, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract.
 Information available for the ingredients:

Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
 Ingredient

AMMONIUM NITRATE 2217 mg/kg (rat) > 5000 mg/kg (rat) --
Skin Contact may result in irritation, redness, pain and rash.
Eye Contact may result in irritation, lacrimation, pain and redness.
Sensitisation Not classified as causing skin or respiratory sensitisation.
Mutagenicity Not classified as a mutagen.
Carcinogenicity Not classified as a carcinogen.
Reproductive Not classified as a reproductive toxin.
STOT - single Over exposure may result in methaemoglobinemia (inability of the blood to transport oxygen) with symptoms
exposure including cyanosis (bluish discolouration of the skin) headache, dizziness and fatigue.
STOT - repeated Not classified as causing organ damage from repeated exposure.
exposure
Aspiration Not classified as causing aspiration.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity
Ammonium nitrate is a plant nutrient and large contamination may kill vegetation and cause poisoning in livestock and poultry.
Ammonium nitrate is of low toxicity to aquatic life and spills may cause algal blooms in static waters.

12.2 Persistence and degradability
When released into the soil, ammonium nitrate is not expected to evaporate significantly, but is expected to leach into groundwater. In
damp soil the ammonium ion, NH4+, is adsorbed by the soil. When released into water, ammonium nitrate is expected to readily
biodegrade; the nitrate ion, NO3-, is mobile in water. The nitrate ion is the predominant form of plant nutrition. It follows the natural
nitrification/denitrification cycle to give nitrogen.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
The material and its components are not expected to bioaccumulate.

12.4 Mobility in soil
Very soluble in water. The NO3- ion is mobile. The NH4+ ion is adsorbed by the soil.

12.5 Other adverse effects
Avoid contamination of drains and waterways.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste disposal Dispose of according to local regulations. Avoid disposing into drainage systems and into the environment.
Legislation Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE

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LAND TRANSPORT (ADG) SEA TRANSPORT (IMDG / IMO) AIR TRANSPORT (IATA / ICAO)

14.1 UN Number 1942 1942 1942
14.2 Proper AMMONIUM NITRATE, with not AMMONIUM NITRATE, with not AMMONIUM NITRATE, with not
Shipping Name more than 0.2% total combustible more than 0.2% total combustible more than 0.2% total combustible
 material, including any organic material, including any organic material, including any organic
 substance calculated as carbon, to substance calculated as carbon, to substance calculated as carbon, to
 the exclusion of any other added the exclusion of any other added the exclusion of any other added
 substance. substance. substance.

14.3 Transport 5.1 5.1 5.1
hazard class
14.4 Packing Group III III III
14.5 Environmental hazards
Not a Marine Pollutant.
14.6 Special precautions for user
 Hazchem code 1Y
 Specific EPG 5.1.002
 EmS F-H, S-Q

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Poison schedule A poison schedule number has not been allocated to this product using the criteria in the Standard for the
 Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP).
Classifications Safe Work Australia criteria is based on the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of Classification and
 Labelling of Chemicals (GHS Revision 7).
Inventory listings AUSTRALIA: AIIC (Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals)
 All components are listed on AIIC, or are exempt.

16. OTHER INFORMATION
Additional information DISCLAIMER: The information provided herein concern explosive products which should only be
 handled by persons having the appropriate technical expertise, training, and licence(s). The result is
 largely dependent upon the conditions of storage, transportation and use.

Whilst Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific make every effort to ensure the information contained within this SDS
 is as accurate and up-to-date as possible, the conditions under which its products are used are not
 within Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific's control. Each user has the responsibility to ensure awareness of the
 details contained within this SDS, the product applications, and the specific context of the intended
 usage. Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability arising from the use of this
 product and the information within this SDS. Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific is not responsible for damages
 of any nature resulting from the use of its products or reliance upon the information. Dyno Nobel Asia
 Pacific makes no express or implied warranties other than those implied mandatory by the
 Commonwealth, State or Territory Legislation.

® DYNO, DETAPRILL are registered trademarks of the Dyno Nobel/Incitec Pivot Group.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:
 The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this report is provided as a guide
 only. Factors such as form of product, method of application, working environment, quantity used,
 product concentration and the availability of engineering controls should be considered before final
 selection of personal protective equipment is made.

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HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:
 It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors
 including: form of product; frequency and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control
 measures; protective equipment used and method of application. Given that it is impractical to
 prepare a report which would encompass all possible scenarios, it is anticipated that users will
 assess the risks and apply control methods where appropriate.

Abbreviations ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
 CAS # Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds
 CNS Central Nervous System
 EC No. EC No - European Community Number
 EMS Emergency Schedules (Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous
 Goods)
 GHS Globally Harmonized System
 GTEPG Group Text Emergency Procedure Guide
 IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
 LC50 Lethal Concentration, 50% / Median Lethal Concentration
 LD50 Lethal Dose, 50% / Median Lethal Dose
 mg/m³ Milligrams per Cubic Metre
 OEL Occupational Exposure Limit
 pH relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly
 alkaline).
 ppm Parts Per Million
 STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit
 STOT-RE Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
 STOT-SE Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
 SUSMP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons
 SWA Safe Work Australia
 TLV Threshold Limit Value
 TWA Time Weighted Average

Report status This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer, importer or supplier of the
 product and serves as their Safety Data Sheet ('SDS').
 It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT by the
 manufacturer, importer or supplier or obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent
 the current state of knowledge as to the appropriate safety and handling precautions for the product
 at the time of issue. Further clarification regarding any aspect of the product should be obtained
 directly from the manufacturer, importer or supplier.
 While RMT has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date information in this SDS, it does
 not provide any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully possible, RMT accepts
 no liability for any loss, injury or damage (including consequential loss) which may be suffered or
 incurred by any person as a consequence of their reliance on the information contained in this SDS.

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