Ammonium Hydroxide (Aqua Ammonia, Ammonina Solution)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H314, H331, H335

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the chemical Clear colourless liquid. Pungent odour Most important hazards: Corrosive to all tissues. Corrosive to metals. Toxic if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Corrosive to metals Harmful if swallowed. Toxic if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements

Keep only in original packaging. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe fumes or vapors. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Contact with metals may release small amounts of flammable hydrogen gas. Ammonia gas may be liberated at high temperatures. Ingestion may cause severe irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Pungent odour. Most important hazards: Corrosive to all tissues. Corrosive to metals. Toxic if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Hazard classification: Corrosive to Metals - Category 1 Acute toxicity, oral - Category 4 Acute Toxicity, inhalation - Category 3 (vapor) Skin corrosion - Category 1C Eye Damage - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 respiratory tract irritation