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MSDS of Ammonium bicarbonate

Material Safety Data Sheets of Ammonium bicarbonate

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Ammonium Bicarbonate
Synonyms: Ammonium hydrogencarbonate

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#----------- Chemical Name ---------Percent -------EINECS/ELINCS
1066-33-7 ----Ammonium bicarbonate- 100 -----------213-911-5

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: colorless to white solid. Causes eye and skin irritation. May cause digestive
tract irritation. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Irritant. Harmful if swallowed.
Respiratory system, eyes, skin.
Warning!
Target Organs:
Potential Health Effects

Eye:Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema.
Chronic:No information found.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the
upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce
vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Wash mouth out
with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information:As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly,toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Flash Point:Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature:Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not applicable.
Upper:Not applicable.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information:Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up
spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty
conditions. Provide ventilation.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling:Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse.
Storage:Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash,facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ------------ACGIH ----------NIOSH------- OSHA - Final PELs
Ammonium bicarbonate--none listed-- none listed ---none listed
OSHA Vacated PELs:Ammonium bicarbonate: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye
and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard
EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State:Solid
Appearance:colorless to white
Odor:ammonia-like - weak odor
pH:7.8 @ 0.1N.
Vapor Pressure: 60 mm Hg @ 25 C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point:Decomposes.
Freezing/Melting Point: 140 deg F
Decomposition Temperature: 140 deg F
Solubility:17.4 % @ 20C in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.586
Molecular Formula:NH4HCO3
Molecular Weight:79.0399

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and
handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:Oxidizing agents, strong acids, nitrates, nitrites, alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia.
Hazardous Polymerization:Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS#1066-33-7: BO8600000
LD50/LC50:Not available.
Carcinogenicity: CAS# 1066-33-7: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:No information available.
Teratogenicity:No information available.
Reproductive Effects:No information available.
Neurotoxicity:No information available.
Mutagenicity:No information available.
Other Studies:No data available.

Section 12 - Ecological Information
No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous
waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure
complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series:None listed.
RCRA U-Series:None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information
US DOT IATA RID/ADR IMO Canada TDG
No information available.
Shipping Name: No information available.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 1066-33-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 1066-33-7: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act: This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants. This material does not contain any Class 1,Ozone depletors. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act: CAS# 1066-33-7 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed
as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 1066-33-7 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 1066-33-7: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 1066-33-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
Exposure Limits

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