Hill Brothers Chemical Co. -- Aqua Ammonia  -- -
<pre>=====================  Product Identification  =====================

Product ID:Aqua Ammonia
MSDS Date:1/02/86
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:Hill Brothers Chemical Co.
Address:1675 No. Main Street
City:Orange
State:CA
ZIP:92867
Country:US
Info Phone Num:714-998-8800
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:800-424-9300
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company Name:Hill Brothers Chemical Co.
Address:1675 No. Main Street
Box:City:Orange
State:CA
ZIP:92867
Country:US
Phone:714-998-8800
CAGE:


=============  Composition/Information on Ingredients  =============

Ingred Name:Ammonia
CAS:1336-21-6
Fraction by Wt: 14-30%
OSHA PEL:25 ppm 18 mg/m³
ACGIH TLV:25 ppm 18 mg/m³
ACGIH STEL:35 ppm

=====================  Hazards Identification  =====================

Routes of Entry: Inhalation:Yes  Skin:Yes  Ingestion:Yes
Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No    IARC:No	OSHA:Yes
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:Ingestion: Ingestion causes burning
    pain in mouth, throat, stomach, and thorax, constriction of throat,
    and coughing. This is soon followed by vomiting of blood or by
    passage of loose stools containing blood. Ingestion of 3-4 ml may
    be fatal., Inhalation: If inhaled, will cause nausea, vomiting,
    breathing difficulty, and convulsions. Shock or loss of
    consciousness may result. Brief exposure to 5000 ppm may be fatal.,
    Skin: , Eyes: Vapor is irritating to the eyes. Liquid will cause
    burns. NFPA Rating: Health - 3; Fire - 1; Reactivity - 0
    0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme
Effects of Overexposure:Burning of the eyes, conjunctivitis, skin
    irritation, swelling of the eyelids and lips, dry red mouth and
    tongue, burning in the throat, and coughing. In more severe cases
    of exposure, difficulty in breathing, signs and symptoms of lung
    congestion, and, ultimately, death from respiratory failure due to
    pulmonary edema may occur., Effects of Overexposure: Irritation and
    possible burns of the skin and mucous membranes. Headache,
    salivation, nausea, and vomiting. Difficult or labored breathing
    and cough with bloody mucous discharge. Bronchitis, laryngitis,
    hemoptysis, and pulmonary edema or pneumonitis. Ulceration of the
    conjunctiva and cornea, and corneal and lenticular opacities.
    Damage to the eyes may be permanent.
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:Ammonia is a respiratory irritant.
    persons with impaired pulmonary function may be at increased risk
    from exposure.

=======================  First Aid Measures  =======================

First Aid:Ingestion: Do Not Induce Vomiting. If person is conscious,
    give large quantities of water and, if possible, diluted vinegar,
    lemon juice, orange juice, or other citric juices to neutralize the
    ammonia. Delay may cause perforation of esophagus or stomach.
    OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air.
    Give oxygen if breathing is difficult. If breathing has stopped,
    start artifical respiration. Keep victim calm and resting. OBTAIN
    MEDICAL ATTENTION.Skin: Apply water immediately to exposed areas of
    skin and continue for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
    clothing while continuing to apply water. Do not apply salves or
    ointments to affected areas. OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.Eyes:
    Immediately flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes with
    the eyelids held apart. OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.

=====================  Fire Fighting Measures  =====================

Autoignition Temp:850° C; 1560° F
Lower Limits:16% by volume Ammonia gas
Upper Limits:25% by volume Ammonia gas
Extinguishing Media:Water spray or fog type streams. Chemical or CO2
    should be used on small fires only.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Stop the flow of liquid. Use water to keep
    fire exposed containers cool and to protect men affecting the shut
    off. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective
    clothing. Approach fire upwind and evacuate area downwind if
    needed.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:The presence of oil or other combustible
    materials will increase the fire hazard. The explosive (flammable)
    range of ammonia is broadened by a mixture of oxygen replacing air,
    and by temperature and pressure higher than atmospheric.

==================  Accidental Release Measures  ==================

Spill Release Procedures:Stop the flow. Wear self-contained breathing
    apparatus and full protective clothing. Approach spill from upwind
    and evacuate area downwind. Prevent runoff from entering streams,
    drinking water supply or sewers. Dike to contain spill. Dilute with
    water, if necessary to reduce ammonia vaporization. Can be
    neutralized with dilute phosphoric or sulfuric acids. Vinegar will
    effectively neutralize small spills of aqua ammonia.
Neutralizing Agent:

======================	Handling and Storage  ======================

Handling and Storage Precautions:Avoid heating containers of aqua
    ammonia. Avoid storing in close proximity to strong acids. Avoid
    contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapors.
Other Precautions:Harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations.
    May be dangerous if it enters water intakes. Notify local health
    and wildlife officials. Do not contaminate any body of water by
    direct application, cleaning of equipment or disposal.

=============  Exposure Controls/Personal Protection  =============

Ventilation:Local exhaust is essential. Spark-proof fans desirable with
    mechanical ventilation. Ducts should be located at ceiling level
    and lead upwards to the outside. Local exhaust must be adequate to
    reduce ammonia concentration below 25 ppm.
Eye Protection:Tight fitting chemical safety and splash-proof goggles
    and/or a splash-proof faceshield must be worn if there is a
    likelihood of exposure. Persons subject to ammonia exposure must
    not wear contact lenses.
Other Protective Equipment: Rubber boots, gloves, apron, and coat.
    Eyewash fountain and safety shower should be available in the work
    area.
Work Hygienic Practices:Avoid contact with skin and avoid breathing
    vapors. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area. Wash hands before
    eating, drinking, or using restroom.
Supplemental Safety and Health

==================  Physical/Chemical Properties  ==================

Boiling Pt:B.P. Text:82.8-140.4°F @ 14.7 PSIA
Vapor Pres:Vapor Density:0.6 @ 32°F
pH:12-14
Solubility in Water:100%
Appearance and Odor:Colorless liquid with pungent odor Physical State:
    Liquid How to detect this compound : Smell. The odor threshold for
    Aqua Ammonia is 1-5 ppm.
Percent Volatiles by Volume:14-30%
Corrosion Rate:

=================  Stability and Reactivity Data  =================

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable
Contact with mercury, chlorine, bromine, iodine, calcium, silver oxide,
    or hypochlorite can form explosive compounds.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Heat, open flames, and electrical
    equipment and fixtures which are not vapor-proof or grounded.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Ammonia is lightly reactive, easily
    undergoing oxidation, substitution and addition reactions.
    Combustion of ammonia will yield small amounts of nitrogen and
    water.
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:

===================  Toxicological Information	===================

Toxicological Information:Toxicity by Ingestion: Oral rat, LD50: 350
    mg/kg

====================  Disposal Considerations  ====================

Waste Disposal Methods:Consult Federal, State, or Local authorities for
    proper disposal procedures.

===================  MSDS Transport Information  ===================

Transport Information:DOT Proper Shipping Name: Ammonia Solutions or
    Ammonium Hydroxide DOT Hazard Class/ I.D. No.: 8, UN2672, III

=====================  Regulatory Information  =====================

SARA Title III Information:This product contains the following toxic
    chemcial(s) subject to the reporting requirements of SARA TITLE III
    Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To Know
    Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372: CAS # Chemical Name % By Weight
    1336-21-6 Ammonium Hydroxide 14-30%
Federal Regulatory Information:Reportable Quantity: 1000 Pounds (454
    Kilograms) (134 Gal.)   NFPA Rating is for Ammonia, Anhydrous,
    Liquefied Gas only. Ammonia Solutions are not rated by the NFPA
    (National Fire Protection Association).  Toxicity by Ingestion:
    Oral rat, LD50: 350 mg/kg  IDLH Value*: 300 ppm *The Immediately
    Dangerous to Life and Health Value
State Regulatory Information:

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