General Information
Revision date
2011-02-14
Product name
AMMONIA - DEUTERATED
CAS No.
13550-49-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Compressed gas Synonyms Ammonia-d3; Ammonia Deuteride; Heavy Ammonia
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Company Information
company name
Linde Gas North America LLC - Linde Merchant Production Inc.
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
DANGER! Emergency Overview Corrosive Toxic by inhalation The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Very toxic to aquatic organisms Contents under pressure Keep at temperatures below 52°C / 125°F Appearance Colorless Physical State Gas. Odor Strong OSHA Regulatory Status This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eye contact. Skin contact. Inhalation. Acute Toxicity Inhalation Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of corrosive fumes/gases may cause coughing, choking, headache, dizziness, and weakness for several hours. Pulmonary edema may occur with tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, bluish skin, decreased blood pressure, and increased heart rate. Eyes Causes burns. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Skin Causes burns. Skin Absorption Hazard No known hazard by skin absorption. Ingestion Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tract.
Potential chronic health
Chronic exposure to corrosive fumes/gases may cause erosion of the teeth followed by jaw necrosis. Bronchial irritation with chronic cough and frequent attacks of pneumonia are common. Gastrointestinal disturbances may also be seen.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing eye disorders. Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders.
Environmental hazards
Very toxic to aquatic organisms. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
