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Product Name: Ammonium Formate
Chemical Formula: NH4CHO2
Synonyms: Formic acid ammonium salt
CAS Number: 540-69-2
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, chemical synthesis, buffer applications
Manufacturer Information: Refer to supplier label or established procurement contact for latest sourcing
Emergency Contact: Refer to the national poison center or dedicated 24-hour safety line provided to your workplace
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria under normal workplace conditions
Primary Hazards: Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; ingestion may disrupt gastric mucosa
Label Elements: Warning, irritation pictogram, advisory for personal protective equipment
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation; brief inhalation unlikely to result in toxic exposure
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling powders or dust, contact with skin and eyes, wash hands after use, seek ventilation
Chemical Name: Ammonium Formate
CAS Number: 540-69-2
Concentration: 99-100%
Impurities: None significant at analytical grade; trace quantities of water and ammonium chloride possible in technical grade
Inhalation: Move affected person into fresh air, keep at rest, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical evaluation if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove any contaminated clothing, wash area thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with running water for 15 minutes, lifting eyelids to ensure complete removal, consult a physician for persistent discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, monitor for adverse effects, obtain medical attention if large quantities were swallowed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Decomposes at high temperatures to emit ammonia, carbon monoxide, formic acid fumes
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full turnout gear and self-contained breathing apparatus are recommended to avoid inhalation of toxic fragments
Firefighting Procedures: Use standard firefighting operations; keep run-off water contained and prevent environmental release
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, protective eyewear, dust mask if needed
Environmental Precautions: Avoid leaks into drains, water supplies, and soil by using absorbent barriers
Cleanup Methods: Gather solid spills with shovel or dustpan, avoid making dust, collect for suitable disposal in closed containers
Decontamination: Rinse area with plenty of water after cleanup, open windows or use local exhaust to vent residues
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, keep away from strong acids or bases, minimize direct contact
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in tightly sealed original containers, away from moisture, heat sources, and oxidizing substances
Incompatible Materials: Acids (risk of formic acid formation), strong oxidizers, moisture
Storage Temperature: Maintain at ambient temperature, humidity below 60% if possible for powder stability
Exposure Limits: Not established for ammonium formate as a chemical; follow good workplace hygiene
Engineering Controls: Laboratory ventilation, process enclosure, local exhaust as needed
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles or glasses, chemical-resistant gloves, standard lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved dust mask for large spills or prolonged exposure
Additional Protection: Eye-wash station and safety shower access should be available in work areas
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder
Odor: Slight ammonia-like
Odor Threshold: No specific data available
pH: 6.4-7.0 (50 g/l, 20°C water solution)
Melting Point: 116-120°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol
Density: 1.28 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable at room temperature
Partition Coefficient: Not established due to high solubility
Flash Point: Not flammable under ambient conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with acids liberates formic acid vapor; incompatible with strong oxidizers
Decomposition Products: Ammonia, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, formic acid
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, acid or base contact, oxidizing conditions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact
Acute Health Effects: May cause moderate eye and skin irritation, possible gastrointestinal distress if ingested
Chronic Effects: Not expected under typical occupational exposure; no known carcinogenic or mutagenic properties from reputable studies
Toxicity Data: Oral LD50 (rat) > 7300 mg/kg; inhalation and dermal data limited but not indicative of high hazard
Symptoms of Overexposure: Irritation, nausea, respiratory discomfort, headache
Aquatic Toxicity: Low acute toxicity for aquatic life; rapidly biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Persistence and Degradability: Readily decomposed in soil and water, unlikely to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble, anticipated rapid migration in moist environments
Ecotoxicological Effects: No significant adverse impact at environmental concentrations as commonly used in industrial settings
Waste Handling: Collect residual or spilt product in marked containers
Disposal Methods: Send to approved chemical waste facilities; avoid landfill or sewer discharge without pretreatment
Container Disposal: Rinse and recycle empty containers as per regulatory requirements, remove labels as necessary
Special Precautions: Prevent dispersal into natural watercourses and follow local industrial and environmental disposal rules
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous for transport
Shipping Name: Ammonium Formate
Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not applicable
Transport Labels: None required for ground or ocean transport under normal conditions
Additional Information: Package in moisture-proof containers, secure during transit, check regional and national transport requirements for updates
OSHA: Not listed as hazardous under US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed in the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
EINECS/ELINCS: Listed (208-753-9)
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 313 reporting
REACH: Exempt or pre-registered; check current EU notifications
Other Regulations: No restrictions for normal laboratory or industrial handling; always refer to institutional or national chemical hygiene plans for updates
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