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AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE DIBASICICSC: 0217 (March 1998)
Diammonium hydrogen phosphate
Ammonium phosphate secondary
CAS #: 7783-28-0
EC Number: 231-987-8

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.        In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.   

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use local exhaust.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and strong acids. Keep in a well-ventilated room. 
PACKAGING
 
AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE DIBASIC ICSC: 0217
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 100°C . Decomposes on contact with strong bases. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including ammonia, nitrogen oxides and phosphorus oxides. The solution in water is a weak base. Reacts vigorously with strong acids and strong oxidants. Gradually gives off ammonia on exposure to air. 

Formula: (NH4)2HPO4
Molecular mass: 132.1
Decomposes at 100°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.6
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 10°C: 57.5  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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