Ammonium Nitrate, ultra pure

Hazard statements (CLP)

H271

Code

Statements

H271

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS03 Flame over circle Ox. Sol. 1 H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC Oxidizing Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Explosive when mixed with combustible material. · Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: Not applicable.

2.2 Label elements

The substance is classified and labelled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).

Hazard pictograms

GHS03

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. (Contd. of page 1) In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Classification system

NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 3 Health = 0 0 0 Fire = 3 OX Reactivity = 0 The substance possesses oxidizing properties. · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 0 Health = 0 FIRE 3 Fire = 3 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable