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Chemical Identification/RIDS lint fid with flv ash or cement nnwder_ Neutralize with vinegar or other dilute acid. Water shill: Neutralize with dilute acid. Use mechanic al dredges or lifts to remove immobilized masses of pollutants and precipitates. (© AAR, 2003) Health Hazard Vapors cause irritation of eyes and respiratory tract. Liquid will burn skin and eyes. Poisonous; may be fatal if inhaled. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. Contact with liquid may cause frostbite. (EPA, 1998) Properties Lower Exp Limit: 16% (EPA, 1998) Upper Exp Limit: 25% (EPA, 1998) Auto Igtn Temp: 1204° F (USCG, 1999) Melting Point: -107.9° F (EPA, 1998) Vapor Pressure: 400 mm Hg at -49.72° F (EPA, 1998) Vapor Density: 0.6 (EPA, 1998) Boiling Point: -28.03° F at 760 mm Hg (EPA, 1998) Molecular Weight: 17.03 (EPA, 1998) IDLH: 300 ppm (NIOSH, 2003) T LV TWA: 25 ppm (ACGiH, 2003) TLV STEL: 35 ppm (ACGIH, 2003) ERPG1: 25 ppm (AIHA, 2003) ERPG2: 150 ppm (AIHA, 2003) ERPG3: 750 ppm (AIHA, 2003) Specific Gravity: .6818 at -28.03° F (EPA, 1998) First Aid Warning: Ammonia is extremely corrosive to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Contact with the liquified gas may cause frostbite. Caution is advised. Signs and Symptoms of Acute Ammonia Exposure: Inhalation of ammonia may cause irritation and burns of the respiratory tract, laryngitis, dyspnea (shortness of breath), stridor (high-pitched respirations), and chest pain. Pulmonary edema and pneumonia may also result from inhalation. A pink frothy sputum, convulsions, and coma are often seen following exposure to high concentrations. When ammonia is ingested, nausea and vomiting may result; oral, esophageal, and stomach burns are common. If ammonia has contacted the eyes, irritation, pain, conjunctivitis (red, inflamed eyes), lacrimation (tearing), and corneal erosion may occur. Loss of vision is possible. Dermal exposure may result in severe burns and pain. Emergency Life -Support Procedures: Acute exposure to ammonia may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air -purifying or supplied -air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary. Inhalation Exposure: 1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self -exposure to ammonia. 2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support. 3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures. 4. Transport to a health care facility. Dermal/Eye Exposure: 1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self- exposure to ammonia. 2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.Warning: Do not attempt to neutralize with an acid wash; excessive liberation of heat may result. 3. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must IMMEDIATELY be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. 4. Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible. 5. Wash exposed skin areas THOROUGHLY with soap and water. 6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures. 7. Transport to a health care facility. 6/12/2007 Printed from CAMEO Page 3