Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
6484-52-2
Name of the chemical
Ammonium Nitrate (AN)
Concentration
>60%
General Information
Revision date
2021-08-25
Product name
EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Mining, quarrying and general blasting work. Restricted to professional users
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
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 Category D Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Signal word
Danger
2.2 Label elements
Exploding bomb Exclamation mark
Hazard statements
H201 - Explosive; mass explosion hazard H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep only in original packaging Do not subject to grinding/shock/friction 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: Explosion risk. Evacuate area. DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives
Storage
Store in accordance with: AS2187.1 in a well ventilated magazine.
Precautionary statements
Disposal Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on disposal/recovery/recycling
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Poisons Schedule (SUSMP) None allocated
