SAFETY DATA SHEET

This SAFETY DATA SHEET complies with the Canadian Controlled

Product Regulations and the United States Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard.

1. Product and Supplier Identification

Product: Ammonia
Chemical Name: Ammonia, Anhydrous, Azane
Synonyms: Ammonia, Liquefied
Formula: NH3
Chemical Family: Ammonia

Company Identification: OCI Beaumont, LLC

5740 N. Twin City Hwy
Nederland, Texas 77627

Non-Emergency Telephone: (409) 723-1947

Emergency Telephone: 1-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC (Canada & US)

Note: CHEMTREC number to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies

involving a spill, leak fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals.

2. Hazards Identification

GHS Classifications
Environmental Health Physical
Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1 Acute Toxicity, Inhalation, Flammable Gases, Category
Category 3 2
Serious Eye Damage, Category 1 Gases Under Pressure
Skin Corrosion, Category 1B (Compressed Gas)

GHS Labels

Skull and Crossbones

DANGER DANGER
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye
H330: Fatal if inhaled.
damage.

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 Environment

WARNING WARNING
H280: Contains gas under pressure, may
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
explode if heated.
WARNING
H221: Flammable gas.

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S)
Prevention:
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P271: Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P284: Wear respiratory protection.
Response:
P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P304+P341: IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove 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.
P391: Collect spillage.
Storage:
P405: Store locked up.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal:
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international
regulations.

Hazard Description: This product is a toxic, corrosive gas and may be fatal if inhaled, ingested
or absorbed through skin. Contact with gas or liquefied gas may cause burns, severe injury,
and/or frostbite. Skin and respiratory related diseases aggravated by exposure. Not recognized
by OSHA as a carcinogen. Not listed in the National Toxicology Program annual report. Not
listed as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Please read
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the entire contents of Section 2 of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for details.

Signs and Symptoms: Contact with this material in high concentrations can cause burns to the
skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Cough, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, vomiting.
Be aware that symptoms of lung edema (shortness of breath from excess collection of fluid)
may develop up to 24 hours after exposure.

Routes of Exposure: Inhalation. Skin contact. Eye contact.

Target Organs: Eyes, skin, digestive tract, and mucous membranes.

Effects of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure:

Eye Contact: Causes eye burns. Direct contact with liquefied gas may cause eye damage
from frostbite. May cause blindness.

Skin Contact: Causes skin burns. Contact with liquefied gas might cause frostbites, in some
cases with tissue damage.

Inhalation: Can cause severe respiratory irritation. May cause lung edema. Harmful if inhaled
in high concentration. Vapors are extremely irritating and corrosive. Fire will produce irritating,
corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. However, this material is a gas under normal atmospheric
conditions and ingestion is unlikely.

Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure: May cause damage to the liver and kidneys. May
cause central nervous system effects.

3. Hazards Identification

Chemical Name Mol. Wt. Vol. % CAS EINECS Classification

R10, R23,
Ammonia 17.03 99 7664-41-7 200-827-9
R34, R50

*Exposure limits may vary from time to time and from one jurisdiction to another. Check with
local regulatory agency for the exposure limits in your area.

4. First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical
assistance. If medical assistance is not immediately available, flush an additional 15 minutes. If
frostbite occurs, immediately flush eyes with plenty of warm water (not exceeding 105°F/41°C)
for at least 15 minutes. If easy to do, remove contact lenses.

Skin Contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
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contaminated clothing and shoes. If frostbite occurs, immerse affected area in warm water (not
exceeding 105°F/41°C). Keep immersed for 20 to 40 minutes. Get medical attention
immediately. Chemical burns must be treated by a physician.

Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency medical service Give artificial
respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or
inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a
one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device Administer oxygen if breathing is
difficult.

Ingestion: Call a physician or poison control center immediately. DO NOT induce vomiting. If
victim is fully conscious, give a cupful of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than the hips to help prevent aspiration. This
material is a gas under normal atmospheric conditions and ingestion is unlikely.

Notes to Physician: Signs and symptoms of CNS depression, confusion and convulsions
should be considered in the assessment and treatment of victims of exposure. Be aware that
symptoms of lung edema (shortness of breath from excess collection of fluid) may develop up to
24 hours after exposure. Lung injury may appear as a delayed phenomenon; pulmonary edema
may follow chemical bronchitis. Supportive treatment with necessary ventilation actions,
including oxygen, may warrant consideration.

General Advice: Chemical burns: Flush with water immediately. While flushing, remove clothes
which do not adhere to affected area. Call an ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to
hospital.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Lower Explosive Limit: 15%

Upper Explosion Limit: 28%

Flammable Properties: Containers can burst violently when heated, due to excess pressure
build-up.

Suitable Extinguishing Media:

Small Fire - Dry chemical or CO2.

Large Fire - Water spray, fog or regular foam. Move containers from fire area if you can do it
without risk. Damaged cylinders should be handled only by specialists.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Not applicable.

Hazardous Combustion Products: Upon decomposition, this product may yield poisonous
gases including oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen gas and ammonia. Decomposition temperature
may be lowered to 575 °F (302 °C) by contact with certain metals, such as nickel.

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Protection of Firefighters: Must wear protective clothing and respiratory protection. See
“Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters” within this section for more information.

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical: Flammable gas - may cause flash fire. Contents
under pressure. Pressurized container may explode when exposed to heat or flame.

Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus

and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. Selection of respiratory protection for
firefighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. Chemical protective
clothing is needed if contact with vapor or liquid is anticipated.

Firefighting Equipment/Instructions: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective

clothing must be worn in case of fire. Selection of respiratory protection for firefighting: follow the
general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. Chemical protective clothing is needed if
contact with vapor or liquid is anticipated.

Firefighting Equipment: Precautions for Fire Involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads - Fight
fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Use a fog,
spray pattern and never put directly onto the leak point. Withdraw immediately in case of rising
sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks
engulfed in fire. Isolate for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions; also consider initial evacuation
for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions. For massive fire, use unmanned hose holders or
monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn.

Fire Explosion: This material may burn, but will not ignite readily. This product may react
violently with water. Cylinders exposed to fire may vent and release toxic and/or corrosive gas
through pressure relief devices and ruptured cylinders may rocket. Containers may explode
when heated.

Specific Methods: Evacuate area. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after
the fire is out. Do not get water inside container. Remove pressurized gas cylinders from the
immediate vicinity. Close the valve if no risk is involved. Do not extinguish a leaking gas fire
unless leak can be stopped. If leak cannot be stopped and no danger to surrounding area allow
the fire to burn out. Fight fire from a protected location.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill: For emergency information and procedures to follow in the case of an accidental
release, call the Emergency Telephone Number(s) listed in Section 1 of this SDS. Eliminate all
ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). If possible, turn
leaking containers so that gas escapes rather than liquid. As an immediate precautionary
measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 100 meters (330 feet) in all directions. Do not
touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent entry into
waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to
reduce vapors. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material.

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Large Spill: Use similar response procedures as indicated under Small Spill. Consider initial
downwind evacuation for at least 500 meters (1/3 mile).

Personal Precautions: If leakage cannot be stopped, evacuate area. Avoid contact with cold
gas. Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. In aqueous solution: Avoid contact with
spilled material. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Methods for Containment: Stop leak if you can do so without risk. Use water spray to reduce
vapors or divert vapor cloud drift. DO NOT put water directly on leak, spill area or inside
container. In aqueous solution: Collect runoff for disposal as potential hazardous waste. Prevent
entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas.

Methods for Cleaning Up: Ventilate well, stop flow of gas or liquid if possible. Allow gas to
evaporate. Remove sources of ignition. Beware of the explosion danger. Vapor can be
controlled using a water fog. In aqueous solution: Use a non-combustible material like
vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up the product and place it into a container for later disposal.

Other information: Clean up in accordance with all applicable regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

Handling: Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on
clothing. Do not breathe gas. Use only with adequate ventilation. Open valve slowly. Ensure that
cylinders are not exposed to heat. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Do not pressurize,
cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose empty containers to heat, flame, sparks, static
electricity, or other sources of ignition; they may explode and cause injury or death. Observe
good industrial hygiene practices.

Storage: Compressed gas storage. Pressurized container. Protect from sunlight and do not
expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C/122 °F. Store in a cool and well-ventilated place.
Secure cylinders in an upright position at all times; close all valves when not in use. Secure
cylinders from falling or being knocked over.

8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Observe
Occupational Exposure Limits and minimize the risk of inhalation. If engineering measures are
not sufficient to maintain concentrations below the Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL), suitable
respiratory protection must be worn. An eye wash and safety shower must be available in the
immediate work area.

General Hygiene Considerations: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands after handling.

Eye/Face Protection: Wear approved, tight fitting safety goggles where splashing is probable.

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Gas-proof goggles are recommended. Use of a full-face respirator with a canister or cartridge
approved for NH3 is best practice.

Skin Protection: Thermally protective gloves are recommended. Suitable gloves can be
recommended by the glove supplier. Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing to prevent
any possibility of skin contact.

Respiratory Protection: Respirator type: Chemical respirator with specific cartridge and full-
face piece providing protection against the compound of concern. Seek advice from supervisor
on the company's respiratory protection standards. If airborne concentrations are above the
applicable exposure limits, use NIOSH approved respiratory protection. In the United States of
America, if respirators are used, a program should be instituted to assure compliance with
OSHA Standard 63 FR 1152, January 8, 1998.

OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR 1910.1200)

EXPOSURE LIMITS
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH
Chemical Name ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3 ppm
TWA 50 35 25 18 25
Ammonia STEL NE NE 35 27 35
IDLH 300

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Compressed liquefied
Appearance: Color: Colorless
gas
Odor: Pungent/Irritating Odor Threshold: 5 ppm
Gas compressed,
Physical State: Form: Compressed liquefied gas
liquefied
pH: 11.7 (approximate) Melting Point: - 30.8°F (- 34.9°C)
Freezing Point: - 30.8°F (- 34.9°C) Boiling Point: - 28.1°F (- 33.4°C)
Flash Point: 11°C Evaporation Rate: Not available
124 PSIA at 68°F (20°C)
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density: 0.6 at 32°F (0°C) (Air = 1)
1822 mmHg
0.633 at 39°F (4°C)
Specific Gravity: Solubility (Water): 34% at 68°F (20°C)
(Water = 1)
Auto-Ignition Temp.: 1203.8°F (651°C) Viscosity: 0.266 cP at - 29°F (- 34°C)
3
Bulk Density: 620 kg/m at - 9°F (16°C) Percent Volatile: 100%

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Molecular Weight: 17.03 g/mol Molecular Formula: NH3

10. Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

Polymerization: This product is not anticipated to cause hazardous reactions or polymerizations

under normal ambient storage and handling conditions of temperature and pressure.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, flames, elevated temperatures. Heat may cause the
containers to explode. May form explosive mixtures with air. Contact with acids will cause
evolution of heat.

Incompatible Materials: Acids. Halogens. Oxidizing agents. Mercury, silver oxide or

hypochlorite can form explosive compounds.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Upon decomposition, this product may yield poisonous
gases including oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen gas and ammonia. Decomposition temperature
may be lowered to 575 °F (302 °C) by contact with certain metals, such as nickel.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May react with evolution of heat on contact with water.
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

11. Toxicological Data

Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation

Chemical Name (rat) (rabbit) LC50 (rat)
No Data No Data 2000 ppm
Ammonia
Available Available (4 hours)

Eyes: Causes eye burns. Direct contact with liquefied gas may cause eye damage from
frostbite. May cause blindness.

Skin: Causes skin burns. Contact with liquefied gas might cause frostbites, in some cases with
tissue damage.

Inhalation: Can cause severe respiratory irritation. May cause lung edema. Harmful if inhaled in
high concentration. Vapors are extremely irritating and corrosive. Fire will produce irritating,
corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. However, this material is a gas under normal atmospheric
conditions and ingestion is unlikely.

Chronic Effects: May cause damage to the liver and kidneys. May cause central nervous

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system effects.

Carcinogenicity: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%
is identified as a probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP or
OSHA.

Sensitization: Not Established.

Neurotoxcity: Not Established.

Genetic Effects: Not Established.

Reproductive Effects: Not Established.

Teratogenic Effects: Not Established.

Mutagenicity: Not Established.

Synergistic Materials: Not Established.

Interactive Effects: Not Established.

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Precautions: In aqueous solution: Avoid release to the environment. Do not

contaminate water.

Ecotoxicological Information: This product has no known eco-toxicological effects.

Terrestrial/Microorganism Toxicity:

Acute: Ecological data does not exist.

Chronic: Ecological data does not exist.

Bioaccumulation/Accumulation: Not Established.

Aquatic Toxicity: This product is expected to be very toxic to aquatic life.

Chemical Fate Information: Persistence & Degradability – Readily biodegradable.

General Comments: Any other adverse environmental effects, such as environmental fate
(exposure), ozone depletion potential, photochemical ozone creation potential, endocrine
disrupting potential, and global warming potential are indicated in this section if data exists.
Otherwise, this data has not been established.

13. Disposal Considerations

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Product: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert
extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable
solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal
service to dispose of this material.

Contaminated packaging: Dispose of as unused product.

14. Labeling and Shipping

Hazard Class: 2.2 (Nonflammable Gas) (U.S. Domestic)

2.3 (Poison Gas) (International)

Proper Shipping Description: Ammonia, Anhydrous, 2.2, UNI1005, RQ, Inhalation

Hazard (U.S. Domestic)
Ammonia, Anhydrous, 2.3, UNI1005, RQ, Poison-
Inhalation Hazard Zone “D” (International)

Placard/Label: Nonflammable Gas (U.S. Domestic)

Poison Gas, Corrosive (Subsidiary) (International)

Identification No.: UN1005

15. Regulatory Information

United States
DOT Label Symbol and Hazard Classification

SARA Title III (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act)

311/312 Hazard Categories: Fire, Pressure Generating, Immediate (Acute) Health
Effects, Chronic Health Effects
Fire: Yes Pressure Generating: Yes Reactivity: No Acute: Yes Chronic: Yes
EPCRA Section 313 Supplier Notification

Chemical Name Vol. % CAS

Ammonia 99 7664-41-7

EPCRA Section 313 Supplier Notification

Chemical Name Vol. % CERCLA RQ

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Ammonia 99 100

TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act)

Chemical Name CAS
Ammonia 7664-41-7

TSCA Regulatory: (TSCA 8b) - All components are listed or exempted.

Clean Air Act

Chemical Name Vol. % CAS

Ammonia 99 7664-41-7

States with Special Requirements

Chemical Name Requirements
CA Hazardous Substance
Delaware Air Quality Management
Idaho Air Pollutant
Maine Hazardous Air Pollutant
Massachusetts Hazardous Substance
Minnesota Hazardous Substance
Ammonia New Jersey RTK Hazardous Substance
New Jersey TCPA EHS
New York Hazardous Substance
North Carolina Toxic Air Contaminant
Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance
Washington PELs for Air Contaminants
Wisconsin Hazardous Air Containment
Canada
WHMIS Hazard Symbol and Classification (CEPA, Domestic Substances List)

WHMIS CLASS: Class A, Compressed Gas

Class B2, Flammable and Combustible Material
Class D1, Materials Causing Immediate & Serious Toxic Effects
Class E, Corrosive Material

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 16. Additional Information

Relevant R-Phrases:
R10: Flammable.
R23: Toxic by inhalation.
R34: Causes burns.
R50: Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

Preparation Date: July 29, 2013

Prepared By: Total Safety d/b/a EHS Services for

OCI Beaumont, LLC,
P.O. Box 1647, 5470 N. Twin City Hwy.
Nederland, Texas 77627

Total Safety d/b/a EHS Services SDS No.: OCIB101-001

Disclaimer: The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information
currently available to us. Users should make their own investigation to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. This document is intended as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.

OCI Beaumont, LLC and its subsidiaries make no representations or warranties, either express or
implied, including without limitation any warranties of merchantability; fitness for a particular purpose
with respect to the information set forth herein or the product to which the information refers.
Accordingly, OCI Beaumont will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance
upon this information.

Revisions: This SDS replaces the 12/13/2011 SDS issued by OCI Beaumont, LLC.

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