Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
6484-52-2
Name of the chemical
Ammonium Nitrate (AN)
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
68334-30-5
Name of the chemical
Fuels, diesel, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-08-21
Product name
EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE B
Product Synonyms
Ammonium nitrate/fuel oil, ANFO 94/6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Blasting explosive
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Do not use in reactive ground
supplier name
Orica Australia Pty Ltd
Emergency telephone
AUSTRALIA: 1 800 033 111 (ALL HOURS
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Orica Australia Pty Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H201, H319, H351, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H201
Explosive; mass explosion hazard
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified as dangerous goods in accordance with the Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail. Classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the criteria of Safe Work Australia - Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Explosives Division 1.1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2
Signal word
Danger
2.2 Label elements
Exploding bomb Exclamation mark
Hazard statements
H201 - Explosive; mass explosion hazard H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H351 - Suspected of causing cancer The following health/environmental hazard categories fall outside the scope of the Workplace Health and Safety Regulations: H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not subject to grinding/shock/friction Wash hands thoroughly after handling Wear eye protection/ face protection
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention 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: Evacuate area Explosion risk in case of fire DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives
Storage
Store in accordance with: AS2187.1 in a well ventilated magazine. Store locked up
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
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Poisons Schedule (SUSMP) None allocated
