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Product Name: Ammonium Alginate
Chemical Formula: (C6H7O6N)x
Synonyms: Propanoic acid, polymer with 2-aminoethanol and 1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol, ammonium salt
CAS Number: 9005-34-9
Recommended Uses: Industrial applications, food additives, textiles, pharmaceuticals
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Emergency Phone: National Poison Control Center numbers, direct manufacturer emergency response lines
GHS Classification: Not classifiable as hazardous under GHS standards for this material
Hazard Statements: May cause minor skin and eye irritation. Avoid inhaling dust or ingesting large quantities. No acute toxicity expected from normal handling.
Signal Word: None required
Precautionary Statements: Use appropriate protective equipment to minimize inhalation and direct contact. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Hazard Symbols: No pictogram required for this substance
Chemical Identity: Ammonium Alginate
Content: 98-100% pure, trace water and inorganic salts as incidental components
Impurities: Minimal; low levels of unreacted sodium alginate or other alginate derivatives possible
Hazardous Ingredients: None identified as hazardous at or above occupational exposure limits
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if respiratory discomfort continues.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, lifting eyelids. Remove contacts if present and easy to do.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Offer water to drink.
Advice to Physician: Symptomatic treatment; no specific antidote known due to low acute toxicity
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified for this compound
Fire Hazards: Produces oxides of carbon and nitrogen under prolonged, intense fire. Dust can aggravate combustion of other materials.
Special Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and ammonia vapors in trace amounts
Personal Precautions: Use dust masks, gloves, and safety goggles to minimize exposure
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains or watercourses.
Methods for Containment: Sweep up material without generating excessive dust and place in closed container for disposal.
Cleanup Procedures: Use damp methods for cleaning surfaces. Avoid dry sweeping to reduce airborne particles.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated spaces. Handle with care to avoid dust formation.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Keep eating, drinking, and smoking away from work area.
Storage Conditions: Store in sealed, labeled containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect from moisture and sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and oxidizing agents may degrade product quality or cause unwanted reactions.
Shelf Life: Typically stable for two years under recommended storage conditions.
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for this material; use general dust limits (< 10 mg/m³ total particulate)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation recommended for dusty operations
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, disposable dust mask, chemical-resistant gloves, and standard work clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use approved particulate respirators if dust is significant
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent release to waterways
Appearance: White to off-white powder or granules
Odor: Essentially odorless
Molecular Weight: Variable, depending on polymer chain length
pH: 6.0 – 8.0 (1% solution in water)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 150°C, does not melt
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol and most organic solvents
Density: About 1.6 g/cm³
Viscosity: Forms viscous solutions in water
Other Properties: Non-flammable as a solid powder, does not support spontaneous ignition
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Reactivity: Inert under recommended storage and use conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High humidity, extreme temperatures, exposure to strong oxidizers or strong acids
Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon and nitrogen, ammonia fumes in trace amounts
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity in animal models
Skin Irritation: Minor, transient irritation possible with repeated exposure
Eye Irritation: Mild irritation may occur by mechanical means
Inhalation: Dust may cause transient respiratory discomfort
Chronic Toxicity: Not expected to cause chronic effects or sensitization
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic effects in standard assays
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse reproductive effects reported
Eco-toxicity: Not expected to harm aquatic or terrestrial life at typical environmental concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable by natural processes, undergoes slow decomposition
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate in organisms
Mobility in Soil: Readily disperses in water, moderate mobility in moist soils
Other Adverse Effects: None anticipated under normal handling, storage, and disposal practices
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Use landfill or incineration where permitted; avoid releasing uncontaminated material to waterways
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers and recycle or dispose of as appropriate for municipal or hazardous waste
Special Precautions: None needed for small quantities
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classed as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None required
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Use sealed, labeled packaging to prevent spillage and dust formation during transit
US Regulations: TSCA listed, not subject to specific reporting requirements
EU Regulations: Not classified as hazardous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, REACH exempt
Other International Standards: Complies with relevant sections of international chemical control laws; not restricted for import/export
Labeling Requirements: No hazard pictogram, precautionary statements as a best practice under workplace hazard communication standards
Restrictions: None noted beyond food, pharmaceutical, or other intended end-use guidelines
