Ammonium hydroxide solutions; ammonia aqueous; ammonia solutions

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview -------------------------- POISON! DANGER! CORROSIVE. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. MIST AND VAPOR CAUSE BURNS TO EVERY AREA OF CONTACT. J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health Rating: 3 - Severe (Poison) Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight Reactivity Rating: 2 - Moderate Contact Rating: 3 - Severe (Corrosive) Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES

Storage

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Potential health effects

Inhalation: Vapors and mists cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Higher concentrations can cause burns, pulmonary edema and death. Brief exposure to 5000 ppm can be fatal. Ingestion: Toxic! May cause corrosion to the esophagus and stomach with perforation and peritonitis. Symptoms may include pain in the mouth, chest, and abdomen, with coughing, vomiting and collapse. Ingestion of as little as 3-4 mL may be fatal. Skin Contact: Causes irritation and burns to the skin. Eye Contact: Vapors cause irritation. Splashes cause severe pain, eye damage, and permanent blindness. Chronic Exposure: Repeated exposure may cause damage to the tissues of the mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: Persons with pre-existing eye disorders or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of this material.