Ammonium Chloride
Synonyms: Sal ammoniac, Ammonium muriate
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Ammonium Chloride
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL0342
CAS Number
12125-02-9
EC Number
235-186-4
EC Index Number
12125-02-9
Grade
For Molecular Biology
HSN Code
28271000
Molecular Formula
NH4Cl
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Ammonium Chloride
Catalogue No.
AL0342
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
12125-02-9
EC Number
235-186-4
Grade
For Molecular Biology
EC Index Number
12125-02-9
Chemical Formula
NH4Cl
HSN Code
28271000
Synonyms
Sal ammoniac, Ammonium muriate
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Laboratory reagent, buffer component
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 4; Eye Irrit. 2
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 25517 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Irritant
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H302: Harmful if swallowed; H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P317, P305+P351+P338, P330, P337+P317, P501
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
None known
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.
12125-02-9
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact
If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
First-aid measures after eye contact
If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Coughing, irritation of the respiratory tract, skin irritation, eye irritation.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Contain spill and collect using appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from ammonium nitrate and potassium chlorate. Dry.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
White
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
5.5 - 7.0 (10% solution)
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
350 °C (Sublimes)
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
338 °C (sublimes)
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Non-flammable
Vapour pressure
Not applicable
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
1.519 g/cu cm
Solubility
Freely soluble in water
Log Pow
-3.1
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidising
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and irritating fumes (nitrogen oxides, ammonia and hydrogen chloride). The solution in water is a weak acid.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Not specified
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 1650 mg/kg; LD50 Rat im 30 mg/kg; LD50 Rat iv 7-10 mmol/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Serious eye damage/irritation
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
Not assigned
UN-No. (IMDG)
Not assigned
UN-No. (IATA)
Not assigned
UN-No. (ADN)
Not assigned
UN-No. (RID)
Not assigned
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Ammonium Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Ammonium Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Ammonium Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Ammonium Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Ammonium Chloride
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
Not classified as hazardous
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
Not applicable
Packing group (IMDG)
Not applicable
Packing group (IATA)
Not applicable
Packing group (ADN)
Not applicable
Packing group (RID)
Not applicable
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.