Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
6484-52-2
Name of the chemical
Ammonium Nitrate (AN)
Concentration
>99.8%
General Information
Revision date
2021-11-09
Product name
CPAN
Product name
CPAN
Identification on the label/Trade name
AMMONIUM NITRATE
Product Synonyms
Chemically pure ammonium nitrate, Ammonium nitrate CP
CAS No.
6484-52-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Explosives manufacture. Restricted to professional users This material is classified as a Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate (SSAN). Various government controls may apply to this material
supplier name
Orica Australia Pty Ltd
Emergency telephone
1 800 033 111, +61 3 9663 2130
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Orica Australia Pty Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification GHS Classification Classified as dangerous goods in accordance with the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail ADG) Classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Various regulations/controls/authorisations/licences may apply governing the manufacture, importation, exportation, use, handling, storage, sale/supply, transport and disposal of ammonium nitrate. Ammonium nitrate in Australia is considered a security sensitive material and loss, theft, attempted theft and unexplained discrepancies shall be reported to authorities. Record keeping and licensing of individuals shall be required and maintained Oxidizing solids Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
Signal word
Warning
2.2 Label elements
Flame over circle Exclamation mark
Hazard statements
H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wash hands thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention In case of fire: Use extinguishing media as outlined in Section 5 of this Safety Data Sheet to extinguish.
Storage
No storage statements
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable
Other hazards which do not result in classification
AUH031 - Contact with acids liberates toxic gas AUH044 - Risk of explosion if heated under confinement Poisons Schedule (SUSMP) None allocated
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified as dangerous goods in accordance with the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG). Classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Various regulations/controls/authorisations/licences may apply governing the manufacture, importation, exportation, use, handling, storage, sale/supply, transport and disposal of ammonium nitrate. Ammonium nitrate in Australia is considered a security sensitive material and loss, theft, attempted theft and unexplained discrepancies shall be reported to authorities. Record keeping and licensing of individuals shall be required and maintained. Oxidizing solids Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 SIGNAL WORD Warning
