Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
6484-52-2
Name of the chemical
Ammonium Nitrate (AN)
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of Canada
Revision date
2025-12-22
Product name
Ammonium nitrate, Puratronic
Product Synonyms
Nitric acid, ammonium salt; Norway saltpeter
CAS No.
6484-52-2
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements May intensify fire; oxidizer Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
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 Explosion risk Evacuate area In case of fire: Explosion risk. Evacuate area. DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Oxidizing solids Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
