AMMONIUM SULFATE CAS N°: 7783-20-2

OECD SIDS
AMMONIUM SULFATE
5. TOXICITY ID: 7783-20-2
DATE: 18.04.2006
Reliability:
(2) valid with restrictions
12-APR-2006 (186)
6.1 Methods Handling and Storing
Common Storage:
Transport Code:
Remark:
Segregate from alkalies and alkalizing substances.
Segregate from nitrites and alkaline substances.
Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory protection:
Breathing protection if breathable aerosols/dust are formed.
Particle filter EN 143 Type P1, low effiency (solid particles
of inert substances).
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)
e.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm),
polyvinylchloride (0.7 mm) and other
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (EN 166)
General safety and hygiene measures:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety
practice.
Flag:
non confidential, Critical study for SIDS endpoint
18-MAY-2004 (1)
6.2 Fire Guidance
Hazards:
harmful vapours
Add. Information: Product itself is non-combustible; fire extinguishing method
of surrounding areas must be considered.
Products arising: ammonia
Remark:
Thermal decomposition product at > 235°C: ammonia
Flag:
non confidential, Critical study for SIDS endpoint
18-MAY-2004 (1)
Products arising: ammonia
Remark:
When heating solid ammonium sulphate above 100°C, ammonium
hydrogensulphate ((NH4)HSO4) is formed under release of
ammonia (NH3).
Flag:
non confidential, Critical study for SIDS endpoint
26-MAY-2003 (2)
6.3 Emergency Measures
Type:
Flag:
other: General advice: Remove contaminated clothing
non confidential, Critical study for SIDS endpoint
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