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SAFETY DATA SHEET

Ammonia solution 24,9%
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the
company/undertaking
Date issued 05.02.2014
1.1. Product identifier
Product name Ammonia solution 24,9%
Chemical name Amonium hydroxide
Synonyms Ammonia solution, ammonia water
CAS no. 1336-21-6
EC no. 215-647-6
Index no. 007-001-01-2
Article no. 15250100
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/preparation Cleaning agent. Corrosion inhibitor. Water treatment material. Glue. NOx-
reducering. (NOx Reduction.)
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Manufacturer
Company name Fred Holmberg & Co AB
Office address Geijersgatan 8
Postal address Box 60056
Postcode S-216 10
City Limhamn
Country Sweden
Tel +46 (0)40 15 79 20
Fax +46 (0)40 16 22 95
E-mail info@holmberg.se
Website http://www.holmberg.se/en/
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone 112 (Europe)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of substance or mixture
Classification according to C; R34
67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Classification according to Skin Corr 1B; H314;
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 STOT SE3; H335;
[CLP/GHS]
2.2. Label elements
Hazard Pictograms (CLP)

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
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H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce
vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all
contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P363 Wash contaminated
clothing before reuse.
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER
or doctor/physician.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P370 + P378 Vid brand: Släck branden med vattendimma, skum,
kolsyrasläckare eller pulversläckare.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Innehållet/behållaren lämnas till destruktionsanläggning
2.3. Other hazards
Other hazards Not known.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.2. Mixtures
Substance Identification Classification Contents
Ammonia ...% CAS no.: 1336-21-6 C; R34 24,9 %
EC no.: 215-647-6 N; R50
Index no.: 007-001-01-2 Skin Corr. 1B; H314
Aquatic Acute 1; H400
Note : B
Column headings CAS no. = Chemical Abstracts Service; EU (Einecs or Elincs number) =
European inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances; Ingredient
name = Name as specified in the substance list (substances that are not
included in the substance list must be translated, if possible). Contents given
in; %, %wt/wt, %vol/wt, %vol/vol, mg/m3, ppb, ppm, weight%, vol%
HH/HF/HE T+ = Very toxic, T = Toxic, C = Corrosive, Xn = Harmful, Xi = Irritating, E
= Explosive, O = Oxidizing, F+ = Extremly flammable, F = Very flammable,
N = Environmental hazard
Description of the mixture Substance specific concentration limit - self classification for main constituent:
Ammonia solution> 25% should be classified Aquatic Acute 1; H400. Our
solution contains 24.9% and is therefore not classified Aquatic Acute 1;
H400.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
Inhalation Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If respiratory problems,
artificial respiration/oxygen. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothes and rinse skin thoroughly with water. Get
medical attention immediately!
Eye contact Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any
contact lenses and open eyes wide apart. To hospital or eye specialist.
Ingestion NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Do
NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Get medical attention
immediately!
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4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Information for health personnel Treat Symptomatically. Do not give victim anything to drink if he is
unconscious.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Specific details on antidotes No recommendation given.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water
fog.
Improper extinguishing media Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire and explosion hazards FLAMMABLE. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread near ground to
sources of ignition. Solvent vapours may form explosive mixtures with air.
Hazardous combustion products Fire creates: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2).
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Fire fighting procedures No specific fire fighting procedure given.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protection measures Ensure suitable personal protection (including respiratory protection) during
removal of spillages in a confined area. Ventilate well. Stop leak if possible
without risk. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapour. For
personal protection, see section 8.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionary Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.
measures
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Cleaning method Dam and absorb spillages with sand, earth or other non-combustible material.
Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according
to local regulations.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Other instructions Information regarding exposure / personal protection and disposal, see section
8 and 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Handling Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Take precautionary measures
against static discharges. Mechanical ventilation may be required.
Protective Safety Measures
Advice on general occupational Provide easy access to water supply and eye wash facilities.
hygiene
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Ground container and transfer
equipment to eliminate static electric sparks. Store in a cool and well-
ventilated place.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific use(s) Not entered.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

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8.1. Control parameters
Other Information about threshold Ammoniak (CAS-nr: 7664-41-7):
limit values Nivågränsvärde (NGV): 20 ppm, 14 mg/m3
Takgränsvärde (TGV): 50 ppm, 35 mg/m3
Källa: AFS 2011-18 - Hygieniska gränsvärden
DNEL / PNEC values represent ammonia , the major component of this
mixture.
DNEL / PNEC
Method of testing Contents
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 47,6 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 23,8 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Local effect
Value: 2,8 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 23,8 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Oral
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 6,8 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Oral
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 6,8 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Local effect
Value: 36 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Dermal
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 68 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Dermal
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 6,8 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Dermal
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Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 68 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Dermal
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 68 mg/kg
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Local effect
Value: 14 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Worker
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Long term (repeated)
Type of effect: Systemic effect
Value: 47,6 mg/m3
DNEL Group: Consumer
Exposure route: Inhalation
Exposure frequency: Short term (acute)
Type of effect: Local effect
Value: 7,2 mg/m3
PNEC Exposure route: Water
Value: 0,0011 mg/l
Remarks: marine water
PNEC Exposure route: Water
Value: 0,0011 mg/l
Remarks: fresh water
PNEC Exposure route: Water
Value: 0,0068 mg/l
Remarks: Tillfälliga utsläpp (intermittent releases)
8.2. Exposure controls
Occupational exposure limits Provide adequate ventilation. Observe Occupational Exposure Limits and
minimise the risk of inhalation of vapours. Protective gloves and goggles are
recommended. Provide eyewash, quick drench.
Safety signs

Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection must be used if air contamination exceeds acceptable
level. Use respiratory equipment with gas filter, type K.
Hand protection
Hand protection Use protective gloves. Chemical resistant gloves required for prolonged or
repeated contact. Gloves of nitrile rubber, PVA or Viton are recommended.
Eye / face protection
Eye protection Use safety goggles or face shield in case of splash risk.
Skin protection
Skin protection (except hands) Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
Hygiene / Environmental
Specific hygiene measures Wash hands after contact.
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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Fluid.
Colour Colourless.
Odour Ammonia. Slightly pungent odour.
Comments, pH (as supplied) Basisk. (Alkaline.)
Comments, Melting point / melting Not known.
range
Boiling point / boiling range Value: 38 °C
Comments, Flash point Ej tillämpligt. (Not applicabe.)
Explosion limit Value: 15-28 %
Vapour pressure Value: 48 kPa
Test temperature: 20 °C
Vapour density Value: 2,55
Specific gravity Value: 907 kg/m3
Test temperature: 20 °C
Solubility in water Löslig i vatten. (Soluble in water).
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water Value: -1,14
Spontaneous combustability Value: 650 °C
Viscosity Value: 3,102 mPas
Test temperature: 20 °C
9.2. Other information

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity In reaction with certain substances (see Section 10.3) a risk of explosion
occurs. Evaporate at room temperature. The gas is chemically active.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stability Stable under the prescribed storage conditions. The solution, however, is a
perishable where the concentration of ammonia decreases over time as
ammonia gas departs.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions Solvent vapors may form unstable or explosive compounds with: acetaldehyde,
chlorosilicane, ethylene oxide, fluorine, hydrogen bromide, hypochlorites,
iodine, nitric acid, nitrozil chloride, phosphorus, hydrogen phosphate picric
acid, arsenic hydrogen, antymony hydride, sodium, sulphuric oxide, silver,
Mercury, lead. Can react violently if in Contact with strong acids or nitrogen
oxides.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid Avoid contact with oxidising agents (e.g. nitric acid, peroxides and
chromates). Strong acids. Will corrode copper, zinc, aluminium and their
alloys.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products Fire creates: Nitrous gases (NOx).

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological Information:
Other toxicological data Acute Toxicity (Oral LD50): mg/kg (oral rat) 350
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Acute Toxicity (Inhalation LC50): Rat 10 min 28130 mg/m3
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation LC50): Rat 60 min 13770 mg/m3
Potential acute effects
Inhalation Gas or vapour may irritate respiratory system. High concentrations may cause
severe lung damage. Icke klassificerad som aspirationstoxisk (Not classified as
asp. tox.)
Skin contact Corrosive. Prolonged contact causes serious tissue damage.
Eye contact Strongly corrosive. Causes severe burns and serious eye damage. Immediate
first aid is imperative.
Ingestion Highly Corrosive. May cause burns in mucous membranes, throat,
oesophagus and stomach.
Delayed effects / repeated exposure
Sensitisation Not known.
Chronic effects Not known.
Carcinogenic, Mutagenic or Reprotoxic
Carcinogenicity Not known.
Mutagenicity Not known.
Teratogenic properties Not known.
Reproductive toxicity Not known.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Acute aquatic, fish Value: 0,89 mg/l
Method of testing: LC50
Fish, species: Onchorynchus mykiss
Duration: 96h
Acute aquatic, algae Value: 7200 mg/l
Method of testing: EC50
Algae, species: Chlorella vulgaris
Duration: 18 d
Test reference: Freshwater, static
Acute aquatic, Daphnia Value: 101 mg/l
Method of testing: EC50
Daphnia, species: Daphnia magna
Duration: 48h
Test reference: Freshwater static, equivalent to ASTM E729-80.
Other ecotoxicological information, Chronic fish toxicity, Onchorynchus mykiss, 73 d, LOEC: 0,022 mg/l
fish
Other ecotoxicological information, Chronic daphnia toxicity, Daphnia magna, 96 h, NOEC: 0,79 mg/l.
crustaceans Freshwater flow-through equivalent or similar to EPA OPPTS 850.1300
(Daphnid Chronic Toxicity Test)
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Degradation half life Lätt biologiskt nedbrytbar. (Readily biodegradable.)
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential Will not bio-accumulate.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility The product is water soluble and may spread in water systems.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT assessment results This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB.
12.6. Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects / Remarks None known.
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SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
Specify the appropriate methods of Confirm disposal procedures with environmental engineer and local regulations.
disposal Absorb in vermiculite or dry sand and dispose of at a licenced hazardous
waste collection point.
Product classified as hazardous Yes
waste
Packaging classified as hazardous Yes
waste

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1. UN number
ADR 2672
RID 2672
IMDG 2672
ICAO/IATA 2672
14.2. UN proper shipping name
ADR AMMONIA SOLUTION
RID AMMONIA SOLUTION
IMDG AMMONIA SOLUTION
ICAO/IATA AMMONIA SOLUTION
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR 8
Hazard no. 80
RID 8
ADN 33
IMDG 8
ICAO/IATA 8
Comment 3 (D/E)
14.4. Packing group
ADR III
RID III
IMDG III
ICAO/IATA III
14.5. Environmental hazards
Comment Not relevant.
14.6. Special precautions for user
EmS F-A, S-B
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

EC no. 215-647-6
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
substance or mixture
Other Label Information Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances
and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC,
and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 with amendments.
Legislation and regulations Dangerous Substance Directive 67/548/EEC.
The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations
2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716).
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The List of Wastes (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2005. (SI 2005 No.
895). Avfallsförordningen (2011:927).
15.2. Chemical safety assessment

SECTION 16: Other information

Hazard symbol

R-phrases R34 Causes burns.

S-phrases S2 Keep out of the reach of children.
S7 Keep container tightly closed.
S9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container
or label.
Classification according to Skin Corr 1B; H314;
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 STOT SE3; H335;
[CLP/GHS]
List of relevant R-phrases (under R34 Causes burns.
headings 2 and 3). R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
List of relevant H-phrases (Section H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
2 and 3). H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Responsible for safety data sheet Fred Holmberg & Co AB